A China Airlines Airbus A350-900 (B-18902) taxiing at an international airport, sporting the elegant standard livery featuring the plum blossom tail.

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πŸ“ Spotter's notes

A China Airlines Airbus A350-900 (B-18902) taxiing at an international airport, sporting the elegant standard livery featuring the plum blossom tail.

✈️ Aircraft identity

Registration B-18902
ICAO Type A359
Model A350-900
Manufacturer Airbus
Airline China Airlines
Airline Code CAL / CI
Livery China Airlines standard livery
Military Civilian

πŸ”§ Technicals

Engine Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-84
Thrust 374 kN (84,000 lbf)
Wingspan 64.75 meters
Length 66.8 meters
Height 17.05 meters
MTOW 280,000 kg
Range 15,000 km
Capacity 314 passengers (typical 3-class configuration)
Cruise Speed 903 km/h
Noise Rating ICAO Chapter 14 compliant (approx 85-88 dB at 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 XF 16-80mm f/4 R OIS WR