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Virgin Australia Boeing 737-800 (VH-YIC) taxiing at Sydney Airport with city skyline visible in the background. Classic narrowbody workhorse in the airline's contemporary livery.
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Virgin Australia Boeing 737-800 (VH-8IC) taking off at Sydney Airport with city skyline visible in the background. Classic narrowbody workhorse in the airline's contemporary livery.
Aircraft identity
Registration
VH-8IC
ICAO Type
B738
Model
737-8FE (737-800)
Manufacturer
Boeing
Airline
Virgin Australia
Airline Code
VOZ / VA
Livery
Virgin Australia standard livery
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
CFM56-7B27
Thrust
121.4 kN (27,300 lbf) each
Wingspan
35.8 m
Length
39.5 m
Height
12.5 m
MTOW
79,015 kg
Range
5,765 km
Capacity
162-189 passengers
Cruise Speed
842 km/h
Noise Rating
ICAO Chapter 4 compliant (typically ~85-89 dB on approach)
Location
Airport Code
SYD/YSSY
Airport Name
Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport
Viewing Spot
Shep’s Mound
Camera
Device
FUJIFILM X-S10
Lens
XF 16-80mm f/4 R OIS WR