QF A380 delivery date announced

[Andrew McLaughlin]

QANTAS ANNOUNCES A380 DELIVERY DATE

SYDNEY, 7 August 2008: Qantas announced today that it would take delivery of its first A380 aircraft on 19 September 2008.

The Executive General Manager of Qantas, Mr John Borghetti, said the airline would welcome its first A380 aircraft into the Qantas fleet at a ceremony at Airbus’ Toulouse factory and fly it via Singapore to Sydney, where it will land on Sunday morning, 21 September.

Mr Borghetti reconfirmed that Qantas would operate its first A380 commercial passenger service from Melbourne to Los Angeles on 20 October 2008, and its first Sydney-Los Angeles service on 24 October. “This is the first of 20 A380s to join the Qantas fleet, with a total of three being delivered by the end of 2008,” he said. “We will be progressively introducing A380 services from Sydney to London via Singapore from early 2009.”

Mr Borghetti said the Qantas A380 would offer the airline’s customers the best cabin design in the sky. “Our Creative Director, world-renowned industrial designer Marc Newson, has overseen the design and development of all four classes on board – First, Business, Premium Economy and Economy – and all cabins will provide new levels of comfort, innovation, and style,” Mr Borghetti said.

“The A380 is an exciting addition to the Qantas fleet, and our customers and staff are all eagerly awaiting its arrival.”

[Rhys Xanthis]

Is it confirmed that it will be doing some kind of tour to airports other than syd and mel?

[Andrew McLaughlin]

Is it confirmed that it will be doing some kind of tour to airports other than syd and mel?

Rhys

I copied and pasted Qantas's media release above...there appears to be no mention of a city tour...

[Rhys Xanthis]

Rhys

I copied and pasted Qantas's media release above...there appears to be no mention of a city tour...

I know that <snip>

There was talk a few months back that it might be touring some other states and visiting...just wondering if that was confirmed as going ahead or has been canned, if anyone knows.

(Drop the eye rolling, Rhys, or you're outta here. Andrew was simply pointing out the origin of the media release. -mod)

[Ryan Hothersall]

I had heard that It might do a training flight to ADL.

[Josh F]

The aircraft will will undergo some proving sorties prior to EIS. This will involve ground and air training.

It is confidential at this time, but will be made public in due course.

[NickN]

September 21 firmly imprinted in the diary.

[Nigel C]

First day shift back after holidays...a complete coincidence.:cool:

[NickN]

Very coincidental there Nigel. Might also be a coincidence if you had a camera with you too:D

[Nigel C]

No chance of that happening unless it's the company one used for company business.
I don't like the chances.

[Shameel Kumar]

Well thank goodness it'll be coming in on a weekend! :)

So there will be about a month between taking delivery and the first international flight. Not too long, not too short.. :)

[Gerald A]

Premium economy seats would feature USB and RJ45 (ethernet) ports. The USB ports will be used for "viewing of content" on the inflight entertainment system. It would also allow recharging of USB-powered devices.



Link http://www.domain-b.com/aero/airlines/20080807_qantas.html

[Will H]

Won't the A380 have to be in Australia for 40 days before it can start services, due to regulations? Or have I missed something? ;)

[Shameel Kumar]

Won't the A380 have to be in Australia for 40 days before it can start services, due to regulations? Or have I missed something? ;)

Well that might just throw a spanner in the works. Would the numerous trips the A380 has made down under count towards that 40-day regulation you're referring to? :confused:

[Bernie P]

I know that this is old news, but I wonder how much of this has come to 'fruition'?

John Masanauskas

May 23, 2007 12:00am

QANTAS' first-class passengers will have private suites and business customers will get flat beds in the world's biggest jetliner, industry sources said yesterday.

Economy passengers can also look forward to more comfort in new seats on the Airbus A380 aircraft, which is due to start flying to Melbourne late next year.

Airbus has announced an A380 demonstration model would visit Australia next month.

Qantas has ordered 20 super jumbos, which, typically, will have 525 seats over three classes.

It is believed first-class passengers will have private cubicles, while business class will feature a new Skybed that is fully horizontal.

The current Skybed is not completely flat.

Qantas executive general manager John Borghetti said yesterday his airline's A380 would have between 450 and 500 seats, allowing more room for passengers.

Mr Borghetti would not comment on the first and business-class plans, but said economy passengers could look forward to a more comfortable seat.

"It's got unique features in it that currently don't exist," he said.

"The economy class seat probably has the biggest change that's happened to such seats for two decades." Oh really! I wonder what this can be, apart from those 'Green' seats? Or, is there something more perhaps?

Qantas expects to start A380 passenger services in October next year, with a Melbourne to Los Angeles flight.

The plane will also be used on the Sydney-LA route and on the Kangaroo route to London.

[Tony G]

Does anyone know which destination the first A380 scheduled for? I think i read it was the U.S. I hope so as i am flying there with Qantas in October.

[Jamie D]

Does anyone know which destination the first A380 scheduled for? I think i read it was the U.S. I hope so as i am flying there with Qantas in October.


Tony,
First sched flight is Mel to Lax oct 21 followed laterin the week the 3rd flight syd to lax oct 24

[Josh F]

"The economy class seat probably has the biggest change that's happened to such seats for two decades."

When you compare it against what is already flying with Qantas, it is a vast improvement in comfort and innovation.

It will certainly be difficult to fly on the 744's once you ride the A380.

[Tony G]

Tony,
First sched flight is Mel to Lax oct 21 followed laterin the week the 3rd flight syd to lax oct 24

Thanks Jamie

I'll check the exact dates at work, I know i am leaving late October.

[Daniel F]

Tony,
First sched flight is Mel to Lax oct 21 followed laterin the week the 3rd flight syd to lax oct 24

Its actually October 20, not 21.

[Ash W]

When you compare it against what is already flying with Qantas, it is a vast improvement in comfort and innovation.

It will certainly be difficult to fly on the 744's once you ride the A380.

Isn't the main change they are refering to the fact that the back of the seat does not recline, rather the seat cushion moves forward to give the same effect, but without effecting the person behind. I beleive Cathay has some of these.

[Will H]

Well that might just throw a spanner in the works. Would the numerous trips the A380 has made down under count towards that 40-day regulation you're referring to? :confused:

Good point, but I'm not sure.

Anyone else know?

[Bob C]

No idea - does this regulation only apply to a brand new type ?

Whenever B737s, A320s, A330s etc are delivered they usually enter service a week or so later so perhaps the "40 days" may only apply to new types. If so, I wouldn't like to be the QF people who planned the first revenue flights as it would appear to be a monumnental SNAFU.

But if a "40 days" rule does apply to new types entering service in Australia, then it makes you wonder about regulatory standards around the world as Emirates put its first A380 into revenue service a few days after taking delivery. And SQ only waited 10 days or so before putting its first A380 into service and we're talking about the two most popular "pin up" airlines on this board.

So if Australian regulators have this cautious policy what does that say about the regulators in Dubai and Singapore ???

[Josh F]

Isn't the main change they are refering to the fact that the back of the seat does not recline, rather the seat cushion moves forward to give the same effect, but without effecting the person behind. I beleive Cathay has some of these.

The seat back does recline, in addition to the seat cushion moving forward. It is a combination of both that give the extra comfort and support.

I believe all the seat innovations are the major changes i.e. foot net, laptop power. reading light underneath the IFE screen etc.

[Tony G]

Tony,
First sched flight is Mel to Lax oct 21 followed laterin the week the 3rd flight syd to lax oct 24


ARRRRRHHH....Work has us sheduled for a 25th departure. How can i get them to get us to leave a day earlier:rolleyes:. It might be sold oud already anyway.

[Daniel F]

Here's the availability for 24 Oct:

QF 11 SYD 14:05 LAX 09:45 388 0 R2 F0 A0 J9 C0 D0 W9 T9 Y9 B9 H9 K9 M9 L9 V9 S9 N9 Q9 O9

[Sarmad Al-Khozaie]

Daniel,

how did you get that avilability on the flight?

there was a website a while back but I lost link to it.:p

Cheers.

[Will H]

Expertflyer and Seatcounter.com are popular fare class search tools, although someone with access to the res system works just as well. ;)

[Sarmad Al-Khozaie]

Thanks Will thats what I was looking for. Cheers

[Tony G]

Here's the availability for 24 Oct:

QF 11 SYD 14:05 LAX 09:45 388 0 R2 F0 A0 J9 C0 D0 W9 T9 Y9 B9 H9 K9 M9 L9 V9 S9 N9 Q9 O9


Thanks for the info...we are booked in one day off the the 24th.:(. :D Still very chuffed to be going to the lockheed factory. A380 flight will have to wait for another day.

[Bernie P]

Lurking through Anet, and found this!

QF A380-841 (http://www.airliners.net/photo/Qantas/Airbus-A380-841/1382240&tbl=photo_info&photo_nr=2&sok=WHERE__%28aircraft_generic_%3D_%27Airbus_A380% 27%29_&sort=_order_by_photo_id_DESC_&prev_id=1382374&next_id=1381655)

Not long to go!!!

[Marty H]

Lurking through Anet, and found this!

QF A380-841 (http://www.airliners.net/photo/Qantas/Airbus-A380-841/1382240&tbl=photo_info&photo_nr=2&sok=WHERE__%28aircraft_generic_%3D_%27Airbus_A380% 27%29_&sort=_order_by_photo_id_DESC_&prev_id=1382374&next_id=1381655)

Not long to go!!!

Gotta say the QF livery looks sensational on the A380:)

[Philip Argy]

The word QANTAS looks more 'fluid' than I expected.

[Mario Facchini]

Geez she looks Sexy !!!!!

[Andrew M]

Finally a plane where the new Qantas logo and roo looks perfect on!

5 months til my flight on her :D

[Simon L.]

Qantas' first A380 took to the skies in full livery for the first time on Aug. 19.

Detailed info & pics at http://en.carnoc.com/list/8/8461.html

Cannot wait to see it in Sydney!

[Adam T]

Hi Everyone,

I know most of you don't know me, I tend to lurk around here more than anything haha. I thought I'd post these images a friend sent me of VH-OQA (MSN 014) on 1st cabin test flight

MSN014_Start (http://tounjel.com/images/MSN014_Start.jpg)
MSN014_Start_1 (http://tounjel.com/images/MSN014_Start_1.jpg)
MSN014_Start_2 (http://tounjel.com/images/MSN014_Start_2.jpg)
MSN014_Start_3 (http://tounjel.com/images/MSN014_Start_3.jpg)

Enjoy

Adam :D

[Justin L]

The last shot "Start_3" is fantastic!

[Rhys Xanthis]

bit of a crappy news story to go with it.

[Jamie D]

Hi Everyone,

I know most of you don't know me, I tend to lurk around here more than anything haha. I thought I'd post these images a friend sent me of VH-OQA (MSN 014) on 1st cabin test flight

MSN014_Start (http://tounjel.com/images/MSN014_Start.jpg)
MSN014_Start_1 (http://tounjel.com/images/MSN014_Start_1.jpg)
MSN014_Start_2 (http://tounjel.com/images/MSN014_Start_2.jpg)
MSN014_Start_3 (http://tounjel.com/images/MSN014_Start_3.jpg)

Enjoy

Adam :D


Thanks for posting Adam, the shots are great

[Nick W.]

Just for all of you planning on going out there on September 21st, thats the day of the Sydney Running Festival, so expect road closures and heavy traffic for most inner-city areas, especially coming from the north.

[Tony G]

Tony,
First sched flight is Mel to Lax oct 21 followed laterin the week the 3rd flight syd to lax oct 24


Our trip to USA looks like getting delayed about 2 weeks. Can Jamie or anyone else tell me the scheduled dates of the A380 flying out of Sydney to the USA between the 04 Nov 08 - 17 nov 08, it gives me a chance to give work a date and hopefully get us on the A380:) if dates line up. Thank you for any help.

[Montague S]

she'll visit Perth next month...

[Kurt A]

Take off shot of MSN14 from Hamburg to Toulouse, 30 August 08.

Click here (http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g183/yssy_moderator/YSSY%20Stuff/MSN14Take-offHamburg-Toulouse30Augu.jpg)

[Rhys Xanthis]

she'll visit Perth next month...

:eek::eek::eek:

:D

[Ash W]

Take off shot of MSN14 from Hamburg to Toulouse, 30 August 08.

Click here (http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g183/yssy_moderator/YSSY%20Stuff/MSN14Take-offHamburg-Toulouse30Augu.jpg)

That is a great picture. Was it taken by Airbus publicity or some amateur?

[Kurt A]

Airbus for QF.

[Tony G]

Just rang Qantas and some further dates flying out of Sydney are the 7th and 12th Nov.

[Simon F]

Just saw this pic over at A.net, I'm not a massive fan of the revamped livery and this shot just seems to confirm it for me (I was under the impression that the new big birds was a contributing reason behind the revamp?)

http://www.airliners.net/photo/Qantas/Airbus-A380-842/1390980/M/

[Daniel F]

Just rang Qantas and some further dates flying out of Sydney are the 7th and 12th Nov.

Here's the A380 schedule...
http://www.qantas.com.au/info/flying/A380/schedule

[Tony G]

Here's the A380 schedule...
http://www.qantas.com.au/info/flying/A380/schedule


Thank you:)

[Trevor Sinclair]

I hope I'm not doubling up here but with 6 pages to this thread I didn't check absolutely every post ... here's the latest I received today from QF Media:

Media representatives are invited to be part of the celebrations to welcome the first Qantas A380 to Australia and inspect the new flagship of the Qantas fleet.

DATE: Sunday 21 September 2008

TIME: Airside Access – 7:30am for 7:45am for A380 landing at 9:00am
OR
Qantas Hangar – 8:15am for 8:30am

VENUE: Hangar 96, Qantas Jet Base, Sydney

[NickN]

Any ideas on how we could get airside access as a media representative?

[Greg McDonald]

Any ideas on how we could get airside access as a media representative?

Work for a media outlet perhaps :rolleyes:

[Mick F]

Nick, I'm guessing as you don't work for any media outlets, your chances are buckleys and none.

Best stick to the spotting area's.

Cheers

Mick

[Nigel C]

And you'll be easy to pick out amongst the regular media guys that turn out.

For them it's normally "just another job", but with you running around like an excited little puppy dog, I think you'll stick out!:p
:D

[Bernie P]

...but with you running around like an excited little puppy dog, I think you'll stick out!:p
:D

Ouch!!! :p That's nasty!!!

[Andrew M]

Only 5 days to go, WOW - I remember not that long ago Qantas placed the order for these beauties!

Would love to know the flight details, such as departure from TLS etc etc

Funnily enough I have a relative who will be on the flight to SYD, but can't get any info out of him :(

[Nigel C]

Ouch!!! :p That's nasty!!!

Wasn't trying to be nasty, just figuratively speaking.
Shameel will be the same when the VAustralia B777 rocks up...;)

[Mario Facchini]

Work for a media outlet perhaps :rolleyes:

Or have family that works at Qantas !!!!!

[Bernie P]

Wasn't trying to be nasty, just figuratively speaking.
Shameel will be the same when the VAustralia B777 rocks up...;)

Oh Nigel,
I know that... I was only being jovial... And, I think Shameel will be worse (no offence Shameel... :D)

Its a pity that I am going to a 3 years old b'day party on Sunday, otherwise I will be there on Sunday!!!

[Nigel C]

Or have family that works at Qantas !!!!!

Hmmm...risky business.

Remember the Daily Telegraph reporter that was found airside without lawful authority?

I would think there will be fairly strict instructions going out to those who can issue visitors passes, and the AFPPS will no doubt be out in force.

You're best off sticking to the fenceline.:p

[Nigel C]

Oh Nigel,
I know that... I was only being jovial... And, I think Shameel will be worse (no offence Shameel... :D)

Its a pity that I am going to a 3 years old b'day party on Sunday, otherwise I will be there on Sunday!!!


Unfortunately not everyone picks up on my humour, so I thought I'd be best to clarify myself in case someone was looking to take offence.;)

[Sarah C]

Meh........the "spotters" will get the best pictures anyway. The only shots they can't get are from the chopper but trust me, I am sure anyone who is out there Sunday morning will get a better photo than the newspaper photographers!

[Shameel Kumar]

Oh Nigel,
I know that... I was only being jovial... And, I think Shameel will be worse (no offence Shameel... :D)

Hahaha... none taken buddy! :D

Absolutely hilarious how everyone here automatically associates my name with VAustralia's 777s.. I must have made one heck of a [crazy] impression. Next mission is getting VA to name an aircraft after me!! :D

But yes, Nigel and Bernie you're both correct.. I'll be bouncing around like a kangaroo with shock absorbers fitted to its feet when VAs first bird arrives! :d Boing! Boing!


Anyhoot, back on to the topic at hand. Is there any word on which runway the aircraft will come in. I remember with the SQ first flight it was purposely allocated 34L, so will it be the same again to give the chopper crews a better shot for photos and videos.. or will it fly over the harbour and come in on 16R?

Also, who's planning on getting out there? This could be a good opportunity for those members (like myself) who haven't met others on here to introduce themselves and have a bit of a chat. Is there any way we can come up with an impromptu get-together.. or should we just go with the usual 'say G'day on the day' introductions? :)


I'll definitely be out there this weekend. Weather reports are the moment are very good. Let's hope it stays that way. :)

[Daniel F]

With all the renovations going on at the International Terminal, can someone confirm whether the observation deck is still open?

[Ryan Hothersall]

When I was last there in June, the deck was open then, so I guess it is still open as I have not heard about it closing.

However, with all the construction work, the view is limited from the deck now.

[Daniel F]

Thanks Ryan.

Given I can only get to the airport by public transport, does anyone have any suggestions where I could go to view the arrival of the A380?

[NickN]

Daniel,

Catch the train to the Domestic terminal and then taxi ($10 or so) around the corner to the mound.

On the topic of who is going.... It would be nice to meet other members I assume everyone will be congregating at the mound?

[Dan Collins]

Planning to be there, but is everyone going to be at the mound? I'm thinking with a 34L arrival the beach might also be a good place? Though I guess the mound will be great for when she slows down (and guaranteed viewing for either 16R or 34L).

Dan

[NickN]

At that time of the morning any photographs would be heavily backlit due to the position of the sun, wouldn't be worth going to the beach.

[Sarah C]

I was at the Observation Deck a week ago. It is still open and they have screens actually showing the live departures screens (the ones with the regos were better). It would be a great spot if it arrives on 16R but it would be a gamble. The First Class Lounge and other construction is really affecting any south views.

I can only imagine the sight at the QF domestic terminal when it rolls past to go to the hangar!

[Dan Collins]

At that time of the morning any photographs would be heavily backlit due to the position of the sun, wouldn't be worth going to the beach.

Good point Nick. I've not had trouble viewing from the Beach before, and I'll be trying for some video capture, but the lighting doesn't always work in the early hours and the camera loses focus quite easily, particularly with the fence there.

Really hoping for a 16R arrival then :) hehehehe...

Dan

[Tim Bowrey]

It would be a great spot if it arrives on 16R but it would be a gamble.

You will have the same problem with backlit from the Observation Deck as the beach as its arriving morning.

So if its taxiing streight to Hanger 96 after arrival, that means it will taxi close and slowly past the mound which will be very special to see.:eek:

[Shameel Kumar]

Weather forecast still shows a nice sunny day, so backlighting from the Beach or Old Tower carpark will be a real issue. Darn :(

I guess for those of us who will be out there on Sunday, the Mound seems the safest bet. :)

Besides at the actual mound, is there a place you can park your car safely and then walk over to the mound (apart from airport parking) ? I know there's that area just before the helicopter pad, but what risk will there be of getting some sort of fine due to airport security? :confused:

[Nigel C]

So if its taxiing straight to Hanger 96 after arrival, that means it will taxi close and slowly past the mound which will be very special to see.:eek:

That's incorrect. Twy Bravo and Charlie near the Shep's Mound aren't Code F taxiways, so it won't be vacating to the east.

Taxiing to Bay 9 or 10 is a possibility, and if they've opened Bay 61 within the last 3 weeks then it too could be an option.
The other option is to get the aircraft to Bravo-2 then have it towed down Dom-1 apron to Hangar 96.

I won't know for sure what the plan is until Sunday, and by then I'll be too busy to be posting anything here.


Latest weather I have seems to suggest winds swinging to the south west, so a 16R arrival could be on the cards.

[NickN]

If it is going to be a 16R arrival then the small grassy area on the river side of Airport Drv would offer some fantastic photos of the A380 on final approach and crossing the canal/road.

[Philip Argy]

Basically people will need to stay glued to ATIS to find out what RWY is going to be in use. If it's not windy there may be multiple options, which could really set the cat among the pigeons!

[Mark T]

A strong South Westerly would mean a 25 arrival - is that possible with the current works? What is the min runway length for the A380? Also, does anyone know the max crosswind allowed?

Cheers
M

[Brenden S]

Ever thought about climbing up that big billboard on the 16R car parking area?

[Nigel C]

A strong South Westerly would mean a 25 arrival - is that possible with the current works? What is the min runway length for the A380? Also, does anyone know the max crosswind allowed?

Cheers
M

The forecast suggests that Saturday will be the strong wind day, and that Sunday won't be as bad.

Rwy 07/25 is A380 compliant, and has been for some time now. There are no current works that would preclude it from using it as far as I'm aware (unless something has started within the last few weeks that wasn't planned before I left).

The SQ A380 has used 25 for departure, but I'm not aware if it's used it for arrivals yet. Minimum runway lengths would depend on weather, aircraft weights etc

[NickN]

Ever thought about climbing up that big billboard on the 16R car parking area?

Now there is an idea:D

If you see me on the 6 o'clock news with snipers surrounding me, you'll know how that eventuated.

[Bernie P]

Now there is an idea:D

If you see me on the 6 o'clock news with snipers surrounding me, you'll know how that eventuated.

This morning, one of the 'Hop On Hop Off' double decker buses was in the bus area just built near the mound... It was reversed into a spot to the rear of the compound. Now I was thinking, wouldn't THAT be a great spot to be on Sunday morning as it had straight sight-lines across 34L/16R, AND it was over the fence!

[Paul Hunter]

At this stage the aircraft will do a few harbor fly-by's weather permitting.

Should land about 8.55am-9am.

If it lands 16R it will proceed via A4 (hopefully) A and A1 cross the runway, shut-down on B2 and be towed to Hangar 96.

34L arrival the aircraft will rollthru to B2 if possible and be towed in as above.

If rollthru not possible will proceed A2, A, A1 then cross the runway as above.

Regards.

[Lukas M]

Can someone tell me where the A380 will be on Thursday 25th September, or where will it be flying to/from?
:)

[Andrew M]

Is this beautiful bird still coming to Melbourne on Tuesday ?

Need to play a day "out of the office" if so :D

[Rhys Xanthis]

any update on the rumoured Perth visit?

[Sarah C]

For those interested, the second aircraft will be named "Hudson Fysh", followed by "Fergus McMaster" and number 4 will be "Paul McGuiness". For anyone who doesn't know who they are, google it.

[Bernie P]

Afternoon everyone,

Is THIS (http://www.sydneyairport.com.au/SACL/Flight+Info/International+Arrivals/intarrivals.asp?d=21%2F09%2F2008&c=Airbus&g=1000&display.x=24&display.y=6) the long awaited arrival we are all waiting for, or something else? What has me :confused: is by this time, is it not Qantas owned and NOT Airbus?

[Nick W.]

I do believe that that is actually an Air India codeshare flight. The code AI belongs to them, and the 'airbus' logo next to it is due to a past airbus code used which has no since been corrected, but has caused similar confusion in the past.

N

[Bernie P]

I do believe that that is actually an Air India codeshare flight. The code AI belongs to them, and the 'airbus' logo next to it is due to a past airbus code used which has no since been corrected, but has caused similar confusion in the past.

N

Oh yeah, I remember that discussion a little while back now...

But, there was nothing on there that I could find regarding the arrival time...

The quest continues I suppose!

[Lukas M]

7news just did a Live cross to Toulouse(:):)), and they said of the possibilty of a "Grand Final Flyover"

Fact or Fiction?

[David N]

Is this beautiful bird still coming to Melbourne on Tuesday ?

Need to play a day "out of the office" if so :D

Wasn't it meant to be Thursday 2nd?

[Rhys Xanthis]

Grand Final Flyover

Could provide some much needed good publicity...Im sure if they can (schedule allowing), they will.

[Andrew M]

Some pics here http://www.flightglobal.com/airspace/photos/a380/tags/qantas+delivery+cerermony/default.aspx

[AdamC]

Not sure if this has been posted here, but just found this. Showing the new QF airbus getting painted.

i thought it was interesting.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=welP2InJc7A

Cheers

Adam

[Stuart Trevena]

Hi All,

I don't know if this has been posted before, but

The delivery Flight is QF6008, which is due in at Singapore's Changi Airport at 19:05 Singapore Time today.

Departure time at this stage is 23:00.

Stuart

[Tim Bowrey]

Less than 20hours to go till touchdown:D Any ideas on what time the sun rises tomorrow? I looked on Bom.gov.au but couldnt find it.. Light South-Westerly winds for tomorrow morning mostly sunny.

[Andrew M]

Google is your friend

A Google of sunrise time sydney

Gives you

http://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/astronomy.html?n=240

Sunrise is 5:46AM

[Tim Bowrey]

Google is your friend

A Google of sunrise time sydney

Gives you

http://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/astronomy.html?n=240

Sunrise is 5:46AM

Sweet thanks. Also, Is there like a weather repeater for the Sydney area? Like an ATIS for an airport but for the Sydney area?

[phil.l]

Nice find Adam.

[David N]

Re the youtube video...

Wasn't the tail already painted before the fuselage?
Does it get repainted in between flight testing?

[Ken K]

Also, Is there like a weather repeater for the Sydney area? Like an ATIS for an airport but for the Sydney area?
Give one of these two numbers a ring:
- 02 9556 6566
- 02 9556 6567


Here's the current TAF, looks like it's favouring 34L&R ops:
TAF YSSY 201029Z 201212
25010KT CAVOK
FM18 29008KT CAVOK
FM00 05015KT CAVOK
FM06 02018KT CAVOK
RMK
FM12 MOD TURB BLW 5000FT TILL 18
T 21 18 15 15 Q 1012 1014 1015 1018


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