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Virgin Atlantic Airbus A350-1000 climbing out with its distinctive red engines and raked wingtips.

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📝 Spotter's notes

Virgin Atlantic a350-1041

✈️ Aircraft identity

ICAO Type A35K
Model A350-1000
Manufacturer Airbus
Airline Virgin Atlantic
Airline Code VIR / VS
Livery Virgin Atlantic standard livery
Military Civilian

🔧 Technicals

Engine Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-97
Thrust 430 kN (97,000 lbf) per engine
Wingspan 64.75 meters
Length 73.79 meters
Height 17.08 meters
MTOW 316,000 kg
Range 16,100 km
Capacity 369 passengers (typical 3-class configuration)
Cruise Speed 903 km/h (Mach 0.85)
Noise Rating ICAO Chapter 14 compliant; up to 85 dB at takeoff

📍 Location

Airport Code LHR/EGLL
Airport Name London Heathrow Airport

📷 Camera

Device Nikon D3300
Lens 55-300mm