Boeing 737-800

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15 Jan 2026 · © Ayeitscalum

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Aircraft

737-800 B738

Ryanair standard livery

EI-IHB

Registration

Airline

Ryanair

RYR / FR

Manufacturer

Boeing

Gear

iPhone 17 pro max

Location

Stand 11

Edinburgh Airport · EDI/EGPH

55.9501, -3.3723

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Aviation History

The Boeing 737-800 is the most popular variant in the 737 Next Generation family and has become the backbone of short and medium-haul fleets worldwide. Ryanair is the largest operator of the 737-800.

Fleet Rarity

Ryanair operates over 450 Boeing 737-800s, making it the world's largest single-type operator.

Record Flights

Used for numerous high-density intra-European routes; not notable for record-breaking flights.

Safety & Events

The 737-800 has been involved in a handful of minor incidents but is regarded as a very reliable aircraft.

Future Outlook

Many airframes will eventually be replaced by the 737 MAX 8 and MAX 8200 variants; currently remains the workhorse of Ryanair.

Specifications

CFM56-7B

Engine

35.8 m

Wingspan

39.5 m

Length

5,765 km

Range

842 km/h

Speed

189 passengers

Capacity

79,015 kg

MTOW

12.5 m

Height

121.4 kN (27,300 lbf)

Thrust

85 dB (ICAO Chapter 3/4 compliant)

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