Embraer KC-390 Visits Sydney
Originally scheduled for a 1350 arrival from Auckland, a late departure saw Embraer KC390 PT-ZNJ arrive at 1659, and after the long taxi from 16L, it was after sunset when they parked on DOM 6 Bay 99.
Recently on display at the Paris Air Show, PT-ZNJ is operated by the Brazilian Air Force and has Embraer Serial No. 39000002 http://www.16right.com/Aircraft-Imag...170712-006.jpg http://www.16right.com/Aircraft-Imag...170712-026.jpg http://www.16right.com/Aircraft-Imag...170712-028.jpg http://www.16right.com/Aircraft-Imag...170712-049.jpg http://www.16right.com/Aircraft-Imag...170712-068.jpg http://www.16right.com/Aircraft-Imag...170712-071.jpg http://www.16right.com/Aircraft-Imag...170712-080.jpg |
KC-390 Overnight Stay
After a sunset arrival yesterday, it was nice to catch up with the KC-390 again in some warm sunlight. Departure was scheduled for 1000L, however they were running a little late and departed at 1036L for Darwin. Takeoff distance was to be 2000m, but it was more like 1600m, with a fairly flat climb out. The KC-390 is powered by 2 x IAE V2500-E5 turbofans, has a max payload of 23.6t, with 23t of fuel, standard inflight refueling capability, and can act as a re-fueler itself. There is still test equipment on board this aircraft, along with 20 seats and six stretchers (spare tyres are in the rear). http://www.16right.com/Aircraft-Imag...170713-006.jpg http://www.16right.com/Aircraft-Imag...170713-007.jpg http://www.16right.com/Aircraft-Imag...170713-009.jpg http://www.16right.com/Aircraft-Imag...170713-011.jpg http://www.16right.com/Aircraft-Imag...170713-030.jpg http://www.16right.com/Aircraft-Imag...170713-066.jpg |
Thanks for the pics Graham. I'd just jumped off a train at Sydenham at 1657 and assumed it was a C-17, but was pretty excited when I checked flightradar!
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Loved the first pic in first post! Top shot !
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Great photos Grahame! Interesting looking aircraft!
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Thanks for sharing, Graeme. A good looking aircraft captured nicely :)
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RAAF C-130J-30 replacement around 2025. (y)
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Didn't waste their time with the RAAF, just passing thru.
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Great Photos mate
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