REX Saab 340B VH-VNA taxis with Jetstar tail in background at a major Australian airport — a classic regional turboprop workhorse.

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📝 Spotter's notes

REX Saab 340B VH-VNA taxis with Jetstar tail in background at a major Australian airport — a classic regional turboprop workhorse.

✈️ Aircraft identity

Registration VH-VNA
ICAO Type SF34
Model 340B
Manufacturer Saab
Airline rex. Regional Express
Airline Code RXA / ZL
Livery REX (Regional Express) standard livery
Military Civilian

🔧 Technicals

Engine General Electric CT7-9B turboprop
Thrust 2 × 1,735 shp (1,294 kW) each (shaft horsepower, not thrust)
Wingspan 21.4 m
Length 19.73 m
Height 6.97 m
MTOW 13,155 kg
Range 1,700 km
Capacity 34 passengers
Cruise Speed 528 km/h
Noise Rating ICAO Chapter 4 compliant (~85 dB on approach)

📍 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