Virgin Australia Boeing 737-800 (VH-YFQ) rotates off a wet runway at Sydney, with a Thai Airways A350 in the background.

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πŸ“ Spotter's notes

Virgin Australia Boeing 737-800 (VH-8VG) rotates off a wet runway at Sydney, with a Thai Airways A350 in the background.

✈️ Aircraft identity

Registration VH-8VG
ICAO Type B738
Model 737-800
Manufacturer Boeing
Airline Virgin Australia
Airline Code VOZ / VA
Livery Virgin Australia standard livery
Military Civilian

πŸ”§ Technicals

Engine CFM56-7B
Thrust 121.4–129.0 kN (27,300–28,400 lbf)
Wingspan 35.8 m (with winglets)
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, ~84 dB on approach

πŸ“ Location

Airport Code SYD/YSSY
Airport Name Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport
Viewing Spot Shep’s Mound

πŸ“· Camera

Device FUJIFILM X-S10
Lens XF 16-80mm f/4 R OIS WR