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Singapore Airlines SQ231 on approach into Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport Runway 16R after completing the 7 hour 27 minute flight. 06/03/26
Aircraft identity
Registration
9V-SPK
ICAO Type
A388
Model
A380-800
Manufacturer
Airbus
Airline
Singapore Airlines
Airline Code
SIA / SQ
Livery
Singapore Airlines standard livery
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
Rolls-Royce Trent 900 or Engine Alliance GP7200 (variant dependent; most Singapore A380s use RR Trent 900)
Thrust
340 kN (76,000 lbf) per engine (Rolls-Royce Trent 900 variant)
Wingspan
79.75 m
Length
72.72 m
Height
24.09 m
MTOW
575,000 kg
Range
15,200 km
Capacity
471-509 passengers typical (up to 868 all-economy)
Cruise Speed
903 km/h
Noise Rating
CAEP/6 compliant; Takeoff noise 90-94 dB at 1,000 ft sideline per ICAO Annex 16
Location
Airport Code
SYD/YSSY
Airport Name
Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport
Runway
16R
Viewing Spot
Sydenham Bud Interchange
Camera
Device
iPhone 17 Pro Max