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Qatar Airways Airbus A380-800 taxiing at sunset, showcasing the world's largest passenger aircraft in its elegant livery.
© Judge Dredd
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Spotter's notes
Spotted late afternoon for takeoff from 34L
Aircraft identity
Registration
A7-APG
ICAO Type
A388
Model
A380-800
Manufacturer
Airbus
Airline
Qatar Airways
Airline Code
QTR / QR
Livery
Qatar Airways standard livery
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
Rolls-Royce Trent 900
Thrust
311 kN (69,900 lbf) per engine
Wingspan
79.75 m
Length
72.72 m
Height
24.09 m
MTOW
575,000 kg
Range
15,200 km
Capacity
517 passengers (typical 3-class)
Cruise Speed
903 km/h
Noise Rating
ICAO Chapter 4 / ~89 EPNdB on approach
Location
Airport Code
SYD/YSSY
Airport Name
Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport
Runway
34L
Viewing Spot
Shep’s Mound
Camera
Device
FUJIFILM X-S10
Lens
XF 16-80mm f/4 R OIS WR