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A China Southern Airbus A350-900 (B-304L) taxiing at a busy international airport, showing off the sleek lines and advanced winglets of one of Airbus's flagship long-haul jets.
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A China Southern Airbus A350-900 (B-30AL) taxiing at a busy international airport, showing off the sleek lines and advanced winglets of one of Airbus's flagship long-haul jets.
Aircraft identity
Registration
B-30AL
ICAO Type
A359
Model
A350-900
Manufacturer
Airbus
Airline
China Southern Airlines
Airline Code
CSN / CZ
Livery
China Southern Airlines standard livery
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
Rolls-Royce Trent XWB
Thrust
370–432 kN (83,000–97,000 lbf)
Wingspan
64.75 meters
Length
66.8 meters
Height
17.05 meters
MTOW
280,000 kilograms
Range
15,000 kilometers
Capacity
300–350 passengers
Cruise Speed
903 kilometers per hour
Noise Rating
ICAO Chapter 14 compliant, <85 dB takeoff
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