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Jetstar Airways Airbus A320-232 (VH-VXQ) rotates out of Sydney Airport, with the Rydges Hotel in the background.
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Jetstar Airways Airbus A320-232 (VH-YXQ) rotates out of Sydney Airport, with the Rydges Hotel in the background.
Aircraft identity
Registration
VH-YXQ
ICAO Type
A320
Model
A320-232
Manufacturer
Airbus
Airline
Jetstar Airways
Airline Code
JST / JQ
Livery
Jetstar standard livery
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
CFM56-5B4/3
Thrust
120 kN (per engine)
Wingspan
34.1 m
Length
37.6 m
Height
11.8 m
MTOW
77,000 kg
Range
6,150 km
Capacity
180 passengers
Cruise Speed
840 km/h
Noise Rating
ICAO Chapter 4 compliant (around 75–82 dB on takeoff at close range)
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