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07 Apr 2026 · © Judge Dredd

Virgin Australia Boeing 737-800 VH-NQI on the taxiway at Sydney Airport.

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Aircraft

Virgin Australia standard livery

Airline

Virgin Australia

Manufacturer

Gear

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

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 one of the most popular and widely produced narrowbody jetliners, serving short and medium-haul routes globally.

Fleet Rarity

Common in Virgin Australia\'s fleet and worldwide.

Record Flights

Used on many domestic and regional routes across Australia and Oceania; not typically used for long or record flights.

Safety & Events

The 737-800 has a strong safety record, though the 737 NG family has had some high-profile incidents (none specifically linked to this frame).

Future Outlook

Still actively flying for Virgin Australia and in wide use.

Specifications

CFM International CFM56-7B

Engine

35.8 m

Wingspan

39.5 m

Length

5,765 km

Range

842 km/h

Speed

162 passengers (typical two-class configuration)

Capacity

79,000 kg

MTOW

12.5 m

Height

121.4 kN (27,300 lbf) per engine

Thrust

QC/1 approach, Stage 4 ICAO, 85-90 dB

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