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13 May 2026 · © aviationpassionist

KLM Boeing 737-700 PH-BGI on approach, featuring the classic blue KLM livery.

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Aircraft

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines standard livery

Airline

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines

Manufacturer

Gear

Canon 2000D Sigma 60-600mm f/4.5-6.3

Achievements

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Photo grade

B

Bronze

Score: 75.0

Nice side profile of the KLM 737; overcast sky mutes colors, but details and registration are still visible.

Location

Tweeduziend El

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol · AMS/EHAM

52.3323, 4.7510

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Amsterdam Airport Schiphol AMS

Insights

Aviation History

The Boeing 737-800 is a key member of the extremely successful 737 Next Generation series and has been a backbone of many European fleets, including KLM\'s.

Fleet Rarity

Not rare; KLM operated multiple 737-800s, and thousands are active worldwide.

Record Flights

Commonly used for European regional and mid-haul flights, not known for record-breaking flights.

Safety & Events

The 737-800 has a solid safety record but has been involved in some notable incidents worldwide (not specific to this airframe).

Future Outlook

Gradual phase out as KLM transitions to newer Airbus A320neo family from 2024 onwards. Still active as of this image.

Specifications

CFM56-7B24

Engine

34.3 meters

Wingspan

33.6 meters

Length

5,665 km

Range

845 km/h

Speed

126-149 passengers

Capacity

70,080 kg

MTOW

12.5 meters

Height

107.6 kN (24,000 lbf) per engine

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 3/4 compliant, typical approach noise 87-89 dB

Noise