Boeing 737-8FE (737-800)

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26 Feb 2026 · © Unknown

Blended winglets are visible, typical of the 737-800; registration indicates an Australian-registered aircraft.

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Aircraft

737-8FE (737-800) B738

Virgin Australia standard livery

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Registration

Airline

Virgin Australia

VOZ / VA

Manufacturer

Boeing

Gear

iPhone

Insights

Aviation History

One of the most popular narrow-body jetliners, the 737-800 is widely used around the world for short to medium-haul flights.

Fleet Rarity

Virgin Australia operates one of the largest fleets of 737-800s in Australia.

Record Flights

Routinely used on transcontinental flights within Australia.

Safety & Events

The 737NG series has an excellent safety record with only rare non-fatal incidents in Australian service.

Future Outlook

Still in mainline operation, though gradually being replaced by newer 737 MAX variants in some fleets.

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

12.5 m

Height

121.4 kN (27,300 lbf) per engine

Thrust

Quieter engine standard, ICAO Chapter 4 compliant (~85 dB takeoff at source)

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