Boeing 737-800

18 May 2026 · © TangoLima

United Airlines Boeing 737-800 at the gate, with its iconic split scimitar winglets and the control tower in the background.

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Aircraft

737-800 B738

United Airlines (post-merger globe livery)

Airline

United Airlines

UAL / UA

Manufacturer

Boeing

Gear

Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max back triple camera 6.765mm f/1.78

Achievements

Winglet Watcher, Boeing Beginner, Narrowbody Ninja

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Photo grade

Silver

Score: 81.0

Aircraft is crisp and well-lit; jetbridge and ramp clutter slightly distract from the clean nose-on angle.

Location

Jacksonville International Airport

JAX/KJAX

30.4925, -81.6878

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Jacksonville International Airport JAX

Airport

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Aviation History

One of the most successful narrow-body jetliners and the best-selling variant of the Boeing 737 family.

Fleet Rarity

Common; United Airlines operates a large fleet of 737-800s.

Record Flights

Typical medium-haul US domestic/transcontinental and short international routes; not used for record flights.

Safety & Events

Generally has a reliable safety record in US domestic service; known for high cycle operations.

Future Outlook

Still flying as of 2024; may gradually be replaced by 737 MAX variants but still in widespread passenger service.

Specifications

CFM56-7B

Engine

35.8 m

Wingspan

39.5 m

Length

5,765 km

Range

842 km/h

Speed

162-189 passengers

Capacity

79,015 kg

MTOW

12.5 m

Height

121.4 kN (27,300 lbf)

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4, ~86-89 dB on approach

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