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Spotter's notes
The registration G-VLNM confirms the aircraft as a Virgin Atlantic A330-300, named 'Honky Tonk Woman.' The image shows standard de-icing procedures in progress, common at Heathrow during winter weather.
Aircraft identity
Registration
G-VLNM
ICAO Type
A333
Model
A330-300
Manufacturer
Airbus
Airline
Virgin Atlantic
Airline Code
VIR / VS
Livery
Virgin Atlantic standard livery
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
Rolls-Royce Trent 700
Thrust
316 kN (71,000 lbf) per engine
Wingspan
60.3 m
Length
63.7 m
Height
16.8 m
MTOW
242,000 kg
Range
11,750 km
Capacity
Typically 277-440 passengers
Cruise Speed
875 km/h
Noise Rating
Under ICAO Chapter 4, certified at around 85-90 dB on takeoff