Plane Spotting - Airbus A320-200

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Jetstar Airways Airbus A320-200 rotating for takeoff, with the city skyline and construction cranes in the background.

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Jetstar Airways Airbus A320-200 rotating for takeoff, with the city skyline and construction cranes in the background.

Registration VH-VFK

ICAO Type A320

Model A320-200

Manufacturer Airbus

Airline Jetstar Airways

Airline Code JST / JQ

Livery Jetstar Airways standard livery

Military Civilian

Engine CFM56 or IAE V2500 (variant used on A320 family; exact model not visually identifiable)

Thrust CFM56-5B: 98–120 kN or IAE V2500: 98–147 kN (varies by subvariant)

Wingspan 34.1 m

Length 37.57 m

Height 11.76 m

MTOW 78,000 kg

Range 6,100 km

Capacity up to 180 passengers (typical all-economy config)

Cruise Speed 840 km/h

Noise Rating ICAO Chapter 4 compliant (approx 84–89 dB sideline at takeoff)

Airport Code SYD/YSSY

Airport Name Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport

Viewing Spot Shep’s Mound

Device FUJIFILM X-S10

Lens XF 16-80mm f/4 R OIS WR