Boeing 737-800

04 Apr 2026 · © Milan Kloek Photography

FlySafair Boeing 737-800 (ZS-SJV) taxiing at a South African airport, showing the colorful standard livery and distinctive split scimitar winglets.

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Aircraft

737-800 B738

FlySafair standard livery

ZS-SJV

Registration

Airline

Safair

SFR / FA

Manufacturer

Boeing

Gear

Nikon Lens200

Achievements

Winglet Watcher, Boeing Beginner, Narrowbody Ninja

3 badges earned

Location

Lanseria International Airport

HLA/FALA

-25.9390, 27.9266

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Lanseria International Airport HLA

Airport

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Aviation History

The Boeing 737-800 is one of the most popular narrow-body jetliners in the world and forms a backbone of global short-haul and medium-haul fleets.

Fleet Rarity

One of several 737-800s in FlySafair’s fleet.

Record Flights

Commonly used on domestic and regional routes; not notable for record-length flights.

Safety & Events

The 737-800 has seen widespread safe service but has occasionally been involved in routine diversions and emergencies. FlySafair is noted for a strong safety record.

Future Outlook

Still in widespread active service worldwide; expected to be gradually replaced by the 737 MAX series in coming years.

Specifications

CFM56-7B

Engine

35.8 m

Wingspan

39.5 m

Length

5,665 km

Range

842 km/h

Speed

162-189 passengers

Capacity

79,015 kg

MTOW

12.6 m

Height

121.4 kN per engine

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 compliant, ~85 dB on approach

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