Vietnam Airlines Airbus A350-900 (VN-A891) rotates for takeoff, showing its elegant blended winglets and blue-gold livery.

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πŸ“ Spotter's notes

Vietnam Airlines Airbus A350-900 (VN-A891) rotates for takeoff, showing its elegant blended winglets and blue-gold livery.

✈️ Aircraft identity

Registration VN-A891
ICAO Type A359
Model A350-900
Manufacturer Airbus
Airline Vietnam Airlines
Airline Code HVN / VN
Livery Vietnam Airlines standard livery
Military Civilian

πŸ”§ Technicals

Engine Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-84
Thrust 84,000 lbf (374 kN)
Wingspan 64.75 m
Length 66.8 m
Height 17.05 m
MTOW 280,000 kg
Range 15,000 km
Capacity Up to 440 passengers (typical 3-class: 300-350 seats)
Cruise Speed 905 km/h (Mach 0.85)
Noise Rating Below ICAO Chapter 14 limits (varies, typically ~85 dB at takeoff at source)

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