Saab 340B (VH-VEA) of Link Airways/Rex taxiing at a wet Sydney Airport with city backdrop.

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πŸ“ Spotter's notes

Saab 340B (VH-VEA) of Link Airways/Rex taxiing at a wet Sydney Airport with city backdrop.

✈️ Aircraft identity

Registration VH-VEA
ICAO Type SF34
Model 340B
Manufacturer Saab
Airline Link Airways (hybrid with Rex/REX livery)
Airline Code LKN (FOR LINK AIRWAYS) / FG (FOR LINK AIRWAYS)
Livery Rex Airlines (REX) / 'Link Airways' titles hybrid
Military Civilian

πŸ”§ Technicals

Engine General Electric CT7-9B turboprop
Thrust 1750 shp (shaft horsepower per engine)
Wingspan 21.44 meters
Length 19.73 meters
Height 6.97 meters
MTOW 13,155 kg
Range 1,700 km
Capacity 34 passengers
Cruise Speed 523 km/h
Noise Rating ICAO Chapter 3 compliant (~74-78 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