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KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Boeing 737-800 PH-BXA rotates for takeoff in the beautiful retro 1950s livery, celebrating the airline's storied history.

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Aircraft

737-8K2 (Boeing 737-800) B738

KLM Retro livery (1950s era)

Airline

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines

Manufacturer

Gear

SONY ILCE-6000 FE 70-200mm F4 G OSS

Achievements

Retro Wings, Runway Royalty, Livery Legend, Winglet Watcher, Boeing Beginner, Narrowbody Ninja

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Photo grade

S

Gold

Score: 90.0

Impressive sharpness and vintage KLM livery pop on a clean climb-out—background hills add context without distraction.

Location

Zürich Airport

ZRH/LSZH

47.4581, 8.5481

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Zürich Airport ZRH

Insights

Aviation History

This is a special KLM retrojet, painted in the classic 1950s KLM livery to celebrate the airline\'s heritage. The Boeing 737-800 is KLM\'s backbone for short- and medium-haul European operations.

Fleet Rarity

One of only a few KLM aircraft painted in heritage liveries; standard 737-800 otherwise common.

Record Flights

No major record flights; performs regular European routes.

Safety & Events

No major incidents known for this airframe as of June 2024.

Future Outlook

Still active in KLM fleet as of 2024; eventual retirement expected by 2030 as 737 MAX or replacement arrives.

Specifications

CFM International CFM56-7B

Engine

35.8 meters

Wingspan

39.5 meters

Length

5,765 km

Range

840 km/h

Speed

162-189 passengers

Capacity

79,015 kg

MTOW

12.5 meters

Height

121.4 kN (27,300 lbf) per engine

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4; ~85 dB on takeoff

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