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Virgin Australia Boeing 737-800 (VH-YFU) taxiing at Sydney Airport in bright daylight.

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πŸ“ Spotter's notes

Virgin Australia Boeing 737-800 (VH-YFU) taxiing at Sydney Airport in bright daylight.

✈️ Aircraft identity

Registration VH-YFU
ICAO Type B738
Model 737-800
Manufacturer Boeing
Airline Virgin Australia
Airline Code VOZ / VA
Livery Virgin Australia standard livery
Military Civilian

πŸ”§ Technicals

Engine CFM56-7B
Thrust 121–128 kN (27,300–28,400 lbf) per engine
Wingspan 35.8 m (with winglets)
Length 39.5 m
Height 12.5 m
MTOW 79,000 kg
Range 5,765 km
Capacity 162–189 passengers
Cruise Speed 842 km/h
Noise Rating ICAO Chapter 4 compliant (~87 dB on approach)

πŸ“ Location

Airport Code SYD/YSSY
Airport Name Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport
Viewing Spot Shep’s Mound

πŸ“· Camera

Device FUJIFILM X-S10
Lens XC 50-230mm F4.5-6.7 OIS II