Airbus A350-900

28 May 2026 · © Judge Dredd

Cathay Pacific Airbus A350-900 (B-LRJ) in stunning 1970s retro livery rotates for takeoff, a rare modern tribute to Hong Kong’s aviation heritage.

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Aircraft

A350-900 A359

Cathay Pacific 1970s Retro Livery

B-LRJ

Registration

Airline

Cathay Pacific Airways

CPA / CX

Manufacturer

Airbus

Gear

iPhone 16 Pro Max

Achievements

Retro Wings, Runway Royalty, Golden Hour Glory, Livery Legend, Ultra-Long-Haul, Winglet Watcher, Airbus Aficionado

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Photo grade

Gold

Score: 93.0

Fantastic side-on shot with the special retro livery and crisp gear lift-off; beautiful light and sharp detail all around.

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

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

A flagship next-generation widebody for Cathay Pacific, this particular frame wears a rare retro livery commemorating the airline\'s heritage.

Fleet Rarity

One of only a few A350s in the world wearing a full retro livery; rare.

Record Flights

Cathay Pacific A350s operate some of the longest regular passenger flights, often exceeding 12-15 hours (e.g., HKG-JFK).

Safety & Events

No major incidents recorded for B-LRJ; retro livery makes it a regular favorite at airshows and enthusiast events.

Future Outlook

Active service with Cathay Pacific as of 2024.

Specifications

Rolls-Royce Trent XWB

Engine

64.75 meters

Wingspan

66.8 meters

Length

15,000 km

Range

900 km/h

Speed

315 passengers

Capacity

280,000 kg

MTOW

17.05 meters

Height

84,000 lbf (374 kN)

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 14 compliant; 95-100 dB (approximate typical on takeoff)

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