Cathay Pacific Airbus A350-900 (B-LXJ) rotates into the sky in rare retro livery, commemorating the airline’s 80th anniversary.

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📝 Spotter's notes

Cathay Pacific Airbus A350-900 (B-LRJ) rotates into the sky in rare retro livery, commemorating the airline’s 80th anniversary.

✈️ Aircraft identity

Registration B-LRJ
ICAO Type A359
Model A350-900
Manufacturer Airbus
Airline Cathay Pacific Airways
Airline Code CPA / CX
Livery Cathay Pacific 80th Anniversary Retro Livery
Military Civilian

🔧 Technicals

Engine Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-84
Thrust 84,000 lbf (374 kN)
Wingspan 64.75 meters
Length 66.8 meters
Height 17.05 meters
MTOW 280,000 kg
Range 15,000 km
Capacity 314 passengers
Cruise Speed 910 km/h
Noise Rating Certified to ICAO Chapter 4/14 (typically <95 EPNdB 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