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26 Mar 2026 · © SSGTRocky

Alaska Airlines Boeing 737-900ER taking off past the iconic control tower, at Portland International Airport.

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Aircraft

Standard Alaska Airlines livery

Airline

Alaska Airlines

Manufacturer

Gear

iPhone 17 Pro Max

Achievements

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Location

Portland International Airport

PDX/KPDX

45.5887, -122.5980

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Portland International Airport PDX

Insights

Aviation History

The Boeing 737-900ER is the largest and longest range member of the Boeing 737 Next Generation family. Alaska Airlines is one of its major operators.

Fleet Rarity

Common in US domestic airline fleets; Alaska is the largest US operator.

Record Flights

Operates long US domestic flights, but not record-breaking ultra-long hauls.

Safety & Events

No major incidents specific to Alaska Airlines\' B737-900ER are widely reported.

Future Outlook

Still widely in service with major airlines, including Alaska Airlines.

Specifications

CFM56-7B

Engine

35.8 meters

Wingspan

42.1 meters

Length

5,991 km

Range

840 km/h

Speed

178-220 passengers

Capacity

85,139 kg

MTOW

12.5 meters

Height

121.4 kN (27,300 lbf) each (CFM56-7B27 variant)

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4, 85-89 dB on approach

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