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A Qantas Boeing 737-800 (VH-VXT) rotating from runway 16R at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, with distinctive Qantas tail livery and blended winglets visible.
© Judge Dredd
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A Qantas Boeing 737-800 (VH-VXT) rotating from runway 16R at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, with distinctive Qantas tail livery and blended winglets visible.
Aircraft identity
Registration
VH-VXT
ICAO Type
B738
Model
737-838
Manufacturer
Boeing
Airline
Qantas Airways
Airline Code
QFA / QF
Livery
Qantas standard livery
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
CFM International CFM56-7B
Thrust
120–130 kN (per engine)
Wingspan
35.8 m
Length
39.5 m
Height
12.5 m
MTOW
79,015 kg
Range
5,765 km
Capacity
162–189 passengers
Cruise Speed
842 km/h
Noise Rating
Stage 4 ICAO, ~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