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An RFDS Beechcraft King Air B200, registration VH-AMIS, providing vital medevac services across the Australian outback.

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πŸ“ Spotter's notes

An RFDS Beechcraft King Air B200, registration VH-AMS, providing vital medevac services across the Australian outback.

✈️ Aircraft identity

Registration VH-AMS
ICAO Type BE20
Model King Air B200 (Super King Air 200 series)
Manufacturer Beechcraft (Textron Aviation)
Airline Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia (RFDS)
Airline Code NONE (OPERATES AS MEDICAL SERVICE, NOT AIRLINE) / NONE
Livery Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia (RFDS) emergency/medevac livery
Military Civilian

πŸ”§ Technicals

Engine Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-42
Thrust 850 shp (shaft horsepower) each
Wingspan 16.61 meters
Length 13.36 meters
Height 4.57 meters
MTOW 5,670 kg
Range 3,185 km
Capacity Up to 13 passengers (typically configured for air ambulance/medevac with medical equipment)
Cruise Speed 500 km/h
Noise Rating ICAO Chapter 4-certified, around 74-80 dB on approach

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