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A Qantas Boeing 737-800 rotates for takeoff in front of the Sydney skyline, iconic red tail standing out.
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A Qantas Boeing 737-800 rotates for takeoff in front of the Sydney skyline, iconic red tail standing out.
Aircraft identity
Registration
VH-VZU
ICAO Type
B738
Model
737-800
Manufacturer
Boeing
Airline
Qantas Airways
Airline Code
QFA / QF
Livery
Qantas standard livery (red tail, white fuselage, kangaroo logo)
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
CFM International CFM56-7B
Thrust
121-129 kN (27,300–28,400 lbf) per engine
Wingspan
35.8 m
Length
39.5 m
Height
12.5 m
MTOW
79,000 kg
Range
5,665 km
Capacity
162-189 passengers
Cruise Speed
840 km/h
Noise Rating
Approximates ICAO Chapter 4 standard, ~85 dB takeoff at 250 m
Location
Airport Code
SYD/YSSY
Airport Name
Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport
Viewing Spot
Shep’s Mound
Camera
Device
FUJIFILM X-S10
Lens
XF 16-80mm f/4 R OIS WR