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03 Apr 2026 · © Judge Dredd

Qantas Boeing 737-800 (VH-VXE) taxiing at Sydney, displaying the iconic red tail and winglets.

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Katl_spotter13 · 04 Apr 2026

Great spot!

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Aircraft

737-838 (737-800) B738

Qantas standard livery

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Gear

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

Achievements

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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 single-aisle airliners, heavily used by Qantas for domestic and regional flights.

Fleet Rarity

One of over 75 737-800s in the Qantas fleet; not rare.

Record Flights

Typically operates high-frequency domestic Australian routes.

Safety & Events

No specific incidents noted for VH-VXE; the type has been involved in multiple global events without this frame\'s involvement.

Future Outlook

Still active in service as of 2024, but may be gradually replaced by newer models in coming years.

Specifications

CFM International CFM56-7B

Engine

35.8 meters

Wingspan

39.5 meters

Length

5,765 km

Range

842 km/h

Speed

162-189 passengers

Capacity

79,000 kg

MTOW

12.5 meters

Height

121.4 kN (27,300 lbf) per engine

Thrust

Approximately 85.4 EPNdB (ICAO Chapter 3/4 compliant)

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