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Qantas Airbus A330-300 (VH-QPK) lifting off from Sydney Airport, showing the iconic red tail and kangaroo logo, in a smooth rotation against a cityscape background.
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Qantas Airbus A330-300 (VH-QPK) lifting off from Sydney Airport, showing the iconic red tail and kangaroo logo, in a smooth rotation against a cityscape background.
Aircraft identity
Registration
VH-QPK
ICAO Type
A333
Model
A330-300
Manufacturer
Airbus
Airline
Qantas Airways
Airline Code
QFA / QF
Livery
Qantas standard livery
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
Rolls-Royce Trent 700
Thrust
316–320 kN (71,000–72,000 lbf) per engine
Wingspan
60.30 m
Length
63.66 m
Height
16.79 m
MTOW
242,000 kg
Range
11,750 km
Capacity
About 295 passengers (Qantas typical configuration)
Cruise Speed
871 km/h
Noise Rating
ICAO Chapter 4, ~93-99 dB
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