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Virgin Atlantic Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (G-VBZZ) on approach, showing the elegant wing flex and signature red engines.
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Virgin Atlantic 787-9
Aircraft identity
Registration
G-VBZZ
ICAO Type
B78X
Model
787-9 Dreamliner
Manufacturer
Boeing
Airline
Virgin Atlantic
Airline Code
VIR / VS
Livery
Virgin Atlantic standard livery
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
Rolls-Royce Trent 1000
Thrust
320 kN (72,000 lbf) per engine
Wingspan
60.12 meters
Length
62.81 meters
Height
17.02 meters
MTOW
254,011 kg
Range
14,140 km
Capacity
264 passengers (typical Virgin Atlantic configuration)
Cruise Speed
913 km/h
Noise Rating
ICAO Chapter 4, typical on 787: around 85 dB on takeoff at 2,000m
Location
Airport Code
LHR/EGLL
Airport Name
London Heathrow Airport
Camera
Device
Nikon D3300
Lens
55-300mm