Vietnam Airlines Airbus A350-900 (VN-A897) in the striking SkyTeam alliance livery taxiing with a city skyline in the background.

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πŸ“ Spotter's notes

Vietnam Airlines Airbus A350-900 (VN-A897) in the striking SkyTeam alliance livery taxiing with a city skyline in the background.

✈️ Aircraft identity

Registration VN-A897
ICAO Type A359
Model A350-900
Manufacturer Airbus
Airline Vietnam Airlines
Airline Code HVN / VN
Livery SkyTeam alliance livery (Vietnam Airlines)
Military Civilian

πŸ”§ Technicals

Engine Rolls-Royce Trent XWB
Thrust 84,000 lbf (374 kN)
Wingspan 64.75 m
Length 66.80 m
Height 17.05 m
MTOW 280,000 kg
Range 15,000 km
Capacity 300-350 passengers
Cruise Speed 910 km/h
Noise Rating QC/2.0, ICAO Chapter 14

πŸ“ Location

Airport Code SYD/YSSY
Airport Name Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport
Viewing Spot Shep’s Mound

πŸ“· Camera

Device FUJIFILM X-S10
Lens XF 16-80mm f/4 R OIS WR