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A Qantas Airbus A321neo (VH-OGB) rolls out on the taxiway under overcast skies, showing off its efficient 'sharklet' wingtips.
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A Qantas Airbus A321neo (VH-OGB) rolls out on the taxiway under overcast skies, showing off its efficient 'sharklet' wingtips.
Aircraft identity
Registration
VH-OGB
ICAO Type
A21N
Model
A321neo
Manufacturer
Airbus
Airline
Qantas Airways
Airline Code
QFA / QF
Livery
Qantas standard livery
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
CFM LEAP-1A
Thrust
up to 35,000 lbf (156 kN)
Wingspan
35.8 m (117 ft 5 in) with sharklets
Length
44.51 m (146 ft 0 in)
Height
11.76 m (38 ft 7 in)
MTOW
97,000 kg
Range
7,400 km
Capacity
up to 244 passengers (Qantas config typically fewer)
Cruise Speed
828 km/h (Mach 0.78)
Noise Rating
ICAO Chapter 4 compliant, ~85 dB sideline (varies by phase)
Location
Airport Code
SYD/YSSY
Airport Name
Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport
Viewing Spot
Shep’s Mound
Camera
Device
FUJIFILM X-S10
Lens
XF 16-80mm f/4 R OIS WR