Qantas Airbus A321neo taxiing at Sydney Airport, featuring the new-generation engines and sharklet wingtips.

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πŸ“ Spotter's notes

Qantas Airbus A321neo taxiing at Sydney Airport, featuring the new-generation engines and sharklet wingtips.

✈️ Aircraft identity

Registration VH-OGC
ICAO Type A21N
Model A321neo
Manufacturer Airbus
Airline Qantas Airways
Airline Code QFA / QF
Livery Qantas standard livery
Military Civilian

πŸ”§ Technicals

Engine CFM LEAP-1A or Pratt & Whitney PW1100G (not visually determined)
Thrust 140–160 kN (approximate for LEAP-1A or PW1100G series)
Wingspan 35.8 m
Length 44.5 m
Height 11.8 m
MTOW 97,000 kg
Range 6,400 km
Capacity 206–244 passengers (typical 2-class, max configuration)
Cruise Speed 830 km/h
Noise Rating ICAO Chapter 4 compliant, 84–87 dB during takeoff (varies with configuration)

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 XC 50-230mm F4.5-6.7 OIS II