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A Qantas Boeing 737-800 (VH-VZV) rotating from Runway 16R at Sydney Airport, captured mid-takeoff with recognizable Qantas livery and iconic city background.
© Judge Dredd
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A Qantas Boeing 737-800 (VH-VZV) rotating from Runway 16R at Sydney Airport, captured mid-takeoff with recognizable Qantas livery and iconic city background.
Aircraft identity
Registration
VH-VZV
ICAO Type
B738
Model
737-800
Manufacturer
Boeing
Airline
Qantas Airways
Airline Code
QFA / QF
Livery
Qantas (standard livery)
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
CFM56-7B26
Thrust
120.1 kN (27,300 lbf) per engine
Wingspan
35.8 meters
Length
39.5 meters
Height
12.5 meters
MTOW
79,015 kg
Range
5,765 km
Capacity
162-189 passengers
Cruise Speed
842 km/h
Noise Rating
ICAO Chapter 4 (<90 EPNdB at takeoff)
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