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11 Apr 2026 · © Judge Dredd

Qantas Boeing 737-800 (VH-VYJ) 'Spirit of Australia' taxiing at Sydney Airport on a grey day.

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Kiwi Aviation · 11 Apr 2026

Stunning shot!

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Aircraft

737-838 (Boeing 737-800) B738

Qantas standard livery

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Gear

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

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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 successful and widely-operated single-aisle jets globally and is the backbone of many airlines\' short- and medium-haul operations.

Fleet Rarity

Qantas operates one of the largest 737-800 fleets in the Asia-Pacific region.

Record Flights

Used on some of the longest scheduled 737-800 flights, such as transcontinental Australia routes.

Safety & Events

The 737-800 has a generally good safety record, but the type is commonly involved in routine incidents due to its high utilization.

Future Outlook

Expected to remain in service with Qantas for several more years before gradual retirement as new Airbus A321XLRs join the fleet.

Specifications

CFM56-7B26

Engine

35.8 m

Wingspan

39.5 m

Length

5,765 km

Range

842 km/h

Speed

162-189 passengers

Capacity

79,000 kg

MTOW

12.5 m

Height

121.4 kN (27,300 lbf) per engine

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 compliant (~85 dB on approach)

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