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25 Apr 2026 · © CSPhotography

Icelandair Boeing 737 MAX 8 (TF-ICR) in new livery taxiing under clear blue skies.

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Icelandair new livery

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Gear

Iphone 17 pro max

Achievements

Winglet Watcher, Boeing Beginner, Narrowbody Ninja, First Catch

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Location

Perimeter Track

Edinburgh Airport · EDI/EGPH

55.9450, -3.3787

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Insights

Aviation History

The 737 MAX represents Boeing\'s latest iteration of the world\'s best-selling narrow-body aircraft family; Icelandair is a notable operator as the type opens up longer thin transatlantic routes.

Fleet Rarity

One of about two dozen 737 MAX aircraft in Icelandair\'s fleet.

Record Flights

The 737 MAX has enabled long thin European-North America crossings from smaller airports, including Icelandair\'s network expansion to North America.

Safety & Events

737 MAX type was globally grounded from 2019-2021 following two fatal accidents; type has since been updated and re-certified.

Future Outlook

Still in active service; expected to be a primary workhorse for Icelandair.

Specifications

CFM International LEAP-1B

Engine

35.9 meters

Wingspan

39.52 meters

Length

6,570 kilometers

Range

840 kilometers per hour

Speed

162 passengers (2-class typical)

Capacity

82,191 kilograms

MTOW

12.3 meters

Height

137 kN (30,000 lbf) per engine

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 compliant (~85 EPNdB on takeoff)

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