Boeing 737-838

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26 Mar 2026 · © Judge Dredd

Qantas Boeing 737-838 (VH-VZF) taxiing in dramatic weather conditions at Sydney Airport.

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Aircraft

737-838 B738

Qantas (current livery)

VH-VZF

Registration

Airline

Qantas Airways

QFA / QF

Manufacturer

Boeing

Gear

FUJIFILM X-S10 XF 16-80mm f/4 R OIS WR

Achievements

Winglet Watcher, Weather Warrior, Boeing Beginner, Narrowbody Ninja

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Location

Shep’s Mound

Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport · SYD/YSSY

-33.9461, 151.1770

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Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport SYD

Airport

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Aviation History

The Boeing 737-800 is one of the world\'s most successful and widely used single-aisle jetliners, a mainstay of global short- and medium-haul fleets.

Fleet Rarity

Qantas operates approximately 75 Boeing 737-800s, the largest type in their mainline fleet as of 2024; globally, the 737-800 is a common aircraft type.

Record Flights

Commonly flies transcontinental and high-density routes within Australia; Qantas operates extensive 737-800 routes domestically.

Safety & Events

Qantas 737-800s have had some minor incidents but an excellent safety record; not known for famous celebrity flights or major incidents for this specific registration.

Future Outlook

Still in active service as of 2024; expected to be gradually replaced in the coming decade by newer types like the A321XLR.

Specifications

CFM56-7B24

Engine

35.8 m (117 ft 5 in) with winglets

Wingspan

39.5 m (129 ft 6 in)

Length

5,665 km

Range

842 km/h (Mach 0.785)

Speed

162-189 passengers

Capacity

79,015 kg

MTOW

12.5 m (41 ft 2 in)

Height

24,000 lbf (107 kN) per engine

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 3/4-compliant, typical approach noise ~86 dB

Noise