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25 Apr 2026 · © Judge Dredd

Qantas Boeing 737-800 (VH-VZV) taxiing at Sydney Airport in standard livery.

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Aircraft

737-838 (737-800) B738

Qantas (Spirit of Australia - standard livery)

Airline

Manufacturer

Gear

FUJIFILM X-S10 XC 50-230mm F4.5-6.7 OIS II

Achievements

Winglet Watcher, Boeing Beginner, Narrowbody Ninja

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Location

Shep’s Mound

Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport · SYD/YSSY

-33.9461, 151.1770

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Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport SYD

Insights

Aviation History

The Boeing 737-800 is the best-selling variant of the Boeing 737 Next Generation family, widely used by airlines worldwide.

Fleet Rarity

One of over 70 737-800s in Qantas\' fleet; very common for the type.

Record Flights

Not noted for specific records. Operates transcontinental and trans-Tasman flights for Qantas.

Safety & Events

737-800 has seen a few high-profile incidents globally, though this specific airframe is not noted for any incidents.

Future Outlook

Still in active service; the 737-800 is expected to remain a workhorse in Qantas domestic fleet for several more years.

Specifications

CFM International CFM56-7B

Engine

35.8 m (with winglets)

Wingspan

39.5 m

Length

5,765 km

Range

842 km/h

Speed

162-189 passengers

Capacity

79,015 kg

MTOW

12.5 m

Height

121.4 kN (27,300 lbf) per engine

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 compliant, around 85-90 dB on takeoff

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