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Robin DR400/140B Major light aircraft spotted on taxiway at a regional airfield in bright daytime conditions.
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Spotter's notes
Robin DR400/140B Major light aircraft spotted on taxiway at a regional airfield in bright daytime conditions.
Aircraft identity
Registration
ZK-VCC
ICAO Type
DR40
Model
DR400/140B Major (or similar DR400 series variant)
Manufacturer
Robin Aircraft
Livery
White/red civil scheme
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
Lycoming O-360 (typical for DR400/140B)
Thrust
132 kW / 180 hp (for O-360-A3A variant)
Wingspan
8.72 m
Length
7.01 m
Height
2.23 m
MTOW
1000 kg
Range
1050 km
Capacity
4 passengers (including pilot)
Cruise Speed
220 km/h
Noise Rating
Typically 69–73 dB (ICAO Chapter 10 compliant; varies with prop/engine variant)
Location
Airport Code
CHC/NZCH
Airport Name
Christchurch International Airport
Camera
Device
10th Generation IPad
