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Qantas Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (VH-ZNE) taxiing after arrival, with distinctive Qantas livery and raked wingtips visible.
© Judge Dredd
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Qantas Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (VH-ZNE) taxiing after arrival, with distinctive Qantas livery and raked wingtips visible.
Aircraft identity
Registration
VH-ZNE
ICAO Type
B789
Model
787-9 Dreamliner
Manufacturer
Boeing
Airline
Qantas Airways
Airline Code
QFA / QF
Livery
Qantas standard livery
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
GEnx-1B
Thrust
322-334 kN (72,000-74,000 lbf)
Wingspan
60.1 meters
Length
62.8 meters
Height
17.0 meters
MTOW
254,011 kilograms
Range
14,140 kilometers
Capacity
236-296 passengers (Qantas config: 236)
Cruise Speed
903 km/h
Noise Rating
Quieter than previous generation, meets ICAO Chapter 4/14 (actual dB varies by measurement point)
Location
Airport Code
SYD/YSSY
Airport Name
Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport
Viewing Spot
Shep’s Mound
Camera
Device
FUJIFILM X-S10
Lens
XC 50-230mm F4.5-6.7 OIS II