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07 Apr 2026 · © aviationpassionist

China Southern B789, rotating out of Sydney

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Judge Dredd · 07 Apr 2026

Amazing shot!

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Aircraft

787-9 Dreamliner B789

China Southern standard Dreamliner livery

Airline

China Southern Airlines

Manufacturer

Gear

Canon 2000D Sigma 60-600mm f/4.5-6.3

Achievements

Runway Royalty, Winglet Watcher, Boeing Beginner, Dreamliner Hunter, Widebody Wizard

5 badges earned

Location

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 787 is known for its composite construction, improved fuel efficiency, and passenger comfort innovations.

Fleet Rarity

China Southern is one of the largest 787 operators in Asia.

Record Flights

787s have served several long-haul, ultra-long-haul, and inaugural routes, but not this specific airframe; notable 787 records include the world’s longest commercial flights.

Safety & Events

No major incidents are publicly associated with B-1203.

Future Outlook

Still active in commercial service as of 2024.

Specifications

GEnx-1B

Engine

60.12 m

Wingspan

62.81 m

Length

14,140 km

Range

913 km/h

Speed

290 passengers (typical two-class)

Capacity

254,011 kg

MTOW

17.02 m

Height

280–320 kN (62,000–72,000 lbf)

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 compliant, ~85-95 dB on takeoff

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