Boeing 737-800 or 737 MAX 8

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27 Apr 2026 · © Unknown

Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 at gate C21 during early morning golden hour, ready for domestic service.

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Boeing 737-7H4 (Next Generation, commonly 737-700)

Aircraft

737-800 or 737 MAX 8 B737

Southwest Airlines standard livery

Airline

Southwest Airlines

SWA / WN

Manufacturer

Boeing

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Insights

Aviation History

The Boeing 737 is the best-selling commercial jetliner in history. Southwest Airlines is the world’s largest 737 operator.

Fleet Rarity

One of the most common models in service globally and with Southwest.

Record Flights

Frequently used for high-frequency domestic routes in the U.S.

Safety & Events

Southwest operates an all-737 fleet, with the type being a backbone of U.S. domestic aviation.

Future Outlook

Still in active, widespread service.

Specifications

CFM56-7B (737-800) or LEAP-1B (MAX 8)

Engine

35.8 m (w/ winglets)

Wingspan

39.5 m

Length

5,765 km (737-800); 6,570 km (MAX 8)

Range

842 km/h

Speed

162-175 passengers

Capacity

79,015 kg (737-800); 82,191 kg (MAX 8)

MTOW

12.5 m

Height

121-129 kN (CFM56-7B); 120-140 kN (LEAP-1B)

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 compliant (~85-90 dB approach)

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