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A Virgin Australia Boeing 737-800 (VH-YIA) rotates from Sydney Airport, with Qantas and Philippine Airlines jets in the background.
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A Virgin Australia Boeing 737-800 (VH-NHW) rotates from Sydney Airport, with Qantas and Philippine Airlines jets in the background.
Aircraft identity
Registration
VH-NHW
ICAO Type
B738
Model
737-800
Manufacturer
Boeing
Airline
Virgin Australia
Airline Code
VOZ / VA
Livery
Virgin Australia standard livery
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
CFM International CFM56-7B
Thrust
121.4 kN (27,300 lbf) per engine
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 (~85-88 dB depending on phase)
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