Boeing 737-800

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01 May 2026 · © Judge Dredd

Qantas Boeing 737-800 VH-VZU at Sydney Airport with the city skyline in the background.

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Aircraft

737-800 B738

Qantas standard livery

VH-VZU

Registration

Airline

Qantas Airways

QFA / QF

Manufacturer

Boeing

Gear

FUJIFILM X-S10 XC 50-230mm F4.5-6.7 OIS II

Achievements

Winglet Watcher, Skyline Symphony, 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

Insights

Aviation History

The Boeing 737-800 is the most widely produced and flown variant of the 737 Next Generation series, serving as the backbone of many global airline short-to-medium haul fleets since the late 1990s.

Fleet Rarity

The Qantas 737-800 fleet numbers over 70 units, one of the largest 737-800 fleets in the world.

Record Flights

Frequently operates transcontinental and high-frequency domestic Australian routes. Not specifically known for unique record-setting flights.

Safety & Events

737NG models have a strong safety record but have experienced minor maintenance and structural events; no major incidents tied to this specific registration are publicly notable.

Future Outlook

Still flying as of 2024; Qantas plans to gradually replace the 737-800 with newer aircraft in the coming years.

Specifications

CFM International 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

ICAO Chapter 4 compliant; typical approach noise 85-90 dB(A)

Noise