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Qantas Boeing 737-838 (VH-VZM) taxiing at Sydney Airport, sporting the iconic red kangaroo tail.
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Qantas Boeing 737-838 (VH-VZM) taxiing at Sydney Airport, sporting the iconic red kangaroo tail.
Aircraft identity
Registration
VH-VZM
ICAO Type
B738
Model
737-838 (Boeing 737-800)
Manufacturer
Boeing
Airline
Qantas Airways
Airline Code
QFA / QF
Livery
Standard Qantas livery
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
CFM International CFM56-7B
Thrust
121.4 kN (27,300 lbf) per engine
Wingspan
35.8 meters (with winglets)
Length
39.5 meters
Height
12.5 meters
MTOW
79,016 kg
Range
5,765 km
Capacity
162-189 passengers
Cruise Speed
842 km/h
Noise Rating
Approximately 85 EPNdB (ICAO Chapter 4 compliant)
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