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Qantas Boeing 737-800 (VH-VYZ) taxiing at Sydney Airport, wearing the iconic red and white standard livery.

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πŸ“ Spotter's notes

Qantas Boeing 737-800 (VH-VYZ) taxiing at Sydney Airport, wearing the iconic red and white standard livery.

✈️ Aircraft identity

Registration VH-VYZ
ICAO Type B738
Model 737-838 (737-800)
Manufacturer Boeing
Airline Qantas Airways
Airline Code QFA / QF
Livery Qantas standard livery
Military Civilian

πŸ”§ Technicals

Engine CFM International CFM56-7B
Thrust 121.4 kN (27,000 lbf)
Wingspan 35.8 meters
Length 39.5 meters
Height 12.5 meters
MTOW 79,015 kg
Range 5,765 km
Capacity 162-189 passengers
Cruise Speed 842 km/h
Noise Rating ICAO Chapter 4 compliant (~85 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 XF 16-80mm f/4 R OIS WR