Guest David C Posted October 22, 2009 Share Posted October 22, 2009 We arrived at SYD very early at 0620 for our 0840 departure . On arrival we used the self service check in machines , printed out our boarding cards and sat around for a while , at least this gave me a bit of "spotting time " , G-LAOR a private Hawker 800 Exec jet was the star .. We board our Jetstar A320 VH-VQT at Gate 53 and right on time at 0840 we pushed back , very impressive .. Out take off on RW 34R was very sprightly and the right turn after take off is always a highlight . We had great views of the airport and the Sydney CDB as we climbed to the NE . It was very clear , and passing abeam Terrigal on the Central Coast , it was still possible to see back as far as the airport in the distance . We held off for a little while to allow clearance between us and a Aeropelican J32 which passed about 2000' above us . Our track took us overhead Williamtown , no FA18's were seen although the airfield was clearly visible below , and continued almost coastal till we commenced descent abeam the Gold Coast . We tracked overhead JCW VOR ( Jacobs Well ) and Stradbroke Island where the first cloud on the whole flight was seen . We landed at 0910 local time at MCY , to a warm NE breeze and a temp of 24 degs . Thanks to the cabin staff , Deborah , Bianca and Vinnie the flight was very enjoyable .. Here are a few photos on departure .. Just airborne and chasing our shadow Spot the A380's Nice shot of Sydney CBD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nzom_pilot Posted October 22, 2009 Share Posted October 22, 2009 Sounds like a great trip mate Love the overview photos of SYD, especially the 2nd one with the INTL terminal, thanks for posting them Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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