Qantas Airbus A330-200 (VH-QPG) taxiing at Sydney Airport in its standard Qantas livery—a reliable widebody workhorse for the Australian flag carrier.

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📝 Spotter's notes

Qantas Airbus A330-200 (VH-QPB) taxiing at Sydney Airport in its standard Qantas livery—a reliable widebody workhorse for the Australian flag carrier.

✈️ Aircraft identity

Registration VH-QPB
ICAO Type A332
Model A330-200
Manufacturer Airbus
Airline Qantas Airways
Airline Code QFA / QF
Livery Qantas standard livery
Military Civilian

🔧 Technicals

Engine Rolls-Royce Trent 772B
Thrust 71,100 lbf (316 kN) per engine
Wingspan 60.3 m
Length 58.8 m
Height 17.4 m
MTOW 242,000 kg
Range 13,450 km
Capacity 253 passengers (typical 2-class layout)
Cruise Speed 871 km/h
Noise Rating Approaches ICAO Chapter 4 (modern, relatively quiet)

📍 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