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Qantas Boeing 737-838 (VH-VZF) taxiing in dramatic weather conditions at Sydney Airport.
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Qantas Boeing 737-838 (VH-VZF) taxiing in dramatic weather conditions at Sydney Airport.
Aircraft identity
Registration
VH-VZF
ICAO Type
B738
Model
737-838
Manufacturer
Boeing
Airline
Qantas Airways
Airline Code
QFA / QF
Livery
Qantas (current livery)
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
CFM56-7B24
Thrust
24,000 lbf (107 kN) per engine
Wingspan
35.8 m (117 ft 5 in) with winglets
Length
39.5 m (129 ft 6 in)
Height
12.5 m (41 ft 2 in)
MTOW
79,015 kg
Range
5,665 km
Capacity
162-189 passengers
Cruise Speed
842 km/h (Mach 0.785)
Noise Rating
ICAO Chapter 3/4-compliant, typical approach noise ~86 dB
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