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Virgin Australia Boeing 737-800 (VH-YQB) rotates off the runway at Sydney Airport, framed by multiple international airliners in the background.
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Virgin Australia Boeing 737-800 (VH-YQR) rotates off the runway at Sydney Airport, framed by multiple international airliners in the background.
Aircraft identity
Registration
VH-YQR
ICAO Type
B738
Model
737-800
Manufacturer
Boeing
Airline
Virgin Australia
Airline Code
VOZ / VA
Livery
Virgin Australia standard livery
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
CFM56-7B
Thrust
121 kN (27,300 lbf)
Wingspan
35.8 meters (with winglets)
Length
39.5 meters
Height
12.5 meters
MTOW
79,015 kilograms
Range
5,765 kilometers
Capacity
162 passengers (typical 2-class layout)
Cruise Speed
842 km/h
Noise Rating
QC/1; ICAO Chapter 4 compliant (~84 dB on takeoff)
Location
Airport Code
SYD/YSSY
Airport Name
Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport
Viewing Spot
Shep’s Mound
Camera
Device
FUJIFILM X-S10
Lens
XC 50-230mm F4.5-6.7 OIS II