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Virgin Blue Boeing 737-800 (VH-VOI) in eye-catching Gillette M3Power special livery rotating for departure.

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Aircraft

Gillette M3Power special livery (Virgin Blue)

Airline

Manufacturer

Gear

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

Achievements

Runway Royalty, Livery Legend, Winglet Watcher, Skyline Symphony, Boeing Beginner, Narrowbody Ninja

6 badges earned

Photo grade

S

Gold

Score: 93.0

Stellar sharpness and light capture a striking livery mid-rotation; tower and skyline add context with no distraction. Top work!

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

Prominent member of the Boeing Next Generation series and backbone of short- and medium-haul operations for many airlines globally.

Fleet Rarity

One of many Boeing 737-800s formerly operated by Virgin Blue/Virgin Australia.

Record Flights

Commonly used on popular domestic and medium-haul international routes; not notable for record flights.

Safety & Events

No major incidents specifically involving VH-VOI noted in the public domain.

Future Outlook

Most ex-Virgin Blue 737-800s have transitioned to Virgin Australia branding or have been retired/sold.

Specifications

CFM56-7B

Engine

35.8 meters

Wingspan

39.5 meters

Length

5,765 km

Range

842 km/h

Speed

162-189 passengers

Capacity

79,015 kg

MTOW

12.5 meters

Height

121.4 kN (27,300 lbf)

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 3/4 compliant

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