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Qantas Boeing 737-800 (VH-VYL) taxiing at Sydney Airport, the workhorse of Australia's domestic sky.
© Judge Dredd
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Qantas Boeing 737-800 (VH-VYL) taxiing at Sydney Airport, the workhorse of Australia's domestic sky.
Aircraft identity
Registration
VH-VYL
ICAO Type
B738
Model
737-838 (Boeing 737-800)
Manufacturer
Boeing
Airline
Qantas Airways
Airline Code
QFA / QF
Livery
Qantas standard livery
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
CFM International CFM56-7B26
Thrust
121.4 kN (27,300 lbf) per engine
Wingspan
35.8 meters (with winglets)
Length
39.5 meters
Height
12.5 meters
MTOW
79,015 kg
Range
5,765 km
Capacity
162-189 passengers (Qantas typical 174 seats)
Cruise Speed
842 km/h
Noise Rating
Stage 4 ICAO, roughly 85-90 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