Rex Saab 340B parked at Sydney Airport, showing off its colorful blue and white livery.

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πŸ“ Spotter's notes

Rex Saab 340B at Sydney Airport, showing off its colorful blue and white livery.

✈️ Aircraft identity

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

πŸ”§ Technicals

Engine General Electric CT7-9B turboprop
Thrust 1,735 shp (1,294 kW) per engine
Wingspan 21.44 m
Length 19.73 m
Height 6.97 m
MTOW 13,155 kg
Range 1,700 km
Capacity 33 passengers
Cruise Speed 463 km/h
Noise Rating ICAO Chapter 3 (~83–85 dB during flyover)

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 XF 16-80mm f/4 R OIS WR