A Qantas Airbus A330-200 rotates out of Sydney, showcasing the iconic red kangaroo tail and clean lines of this versatile widebody.

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πŸ“ Spotter's notes

A Qantas Airbus A330-200 rotates out of Sydney, showcasing the iconic red kangaroo tail and clean lines of this versatile widebody.

✈️ Aircraft identity

Registration VH-QPD
ICAO Type A332
Model A330-200
Manufacturer Airbus
Airline Qantas Airways
Airline Code QFA / QF
Livery Qantas standard livery
Military Civilian

πŸ”§ Technicals

Engine Rolls-Royce Trent 700 or General Electric CF6-80E1
Thrust 316-320 kN (71,000–72,000 lbf) per engine
Wingspan 60.3 m
Length 58.8 m
Height 17.4 m
MTOW 242,000 kg
Range 13,450 km
Capacity 253–406 passengers
Cruise Speed 871 km/h (Mach 0.82)
Noise Rating Chapter 4, typically 93.7 EPNdB on takeoff

πŸ“ Location

Airport Code SYD/YSSY
Airport Name Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport
Viewing Spot Shep’s Mound

πŸ“· Camera

Device FUJIFILM X-S10
Lens XC 50-230mm F4.5-6.7 OIS II