Boeing 737-800

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Sun Country Airlines Boeing 737-800 on final approach, showcasing the airline's bold orange-and-blue livery and iconic split scimitar winglets.

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Aircraft

737-800 B738

Sun Country Airlines (modern livery, orange/blue)

Airline

Sun Country Airlines

SCX / SY

Manufacturer

Boeing

Gear

JK Imaging, Ltd. KODAK PIXPRO AZ425

Achievements

Winglet Watcher, Boeing Beginner, Narrowbody Ninja

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Photo grade

Bronze

Score: 79.0

Colorful Sun Country livery pops and framing is excellent, but focus is just a touch soft on the titles.

Location

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport

PHX/KPHX

33.4353, -112.0060

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Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport PHX

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Aviation History

The Boeing 737-800 is a major workhorse of the global commercial fleet, vastly popular since its introduction in the late 1990s. Sun Country uses it for passenger and charter operations.

Fleet Rarity

Sun Country operates an all-737NG fleet; 737-800 is the main type, moderately common.

Record Flights

This type is commonly used for medium-haul domestic and international flights but is not known for records.

Safety & Events

The 737-800 has had some mechanical incidents globally, including non-fatal gear or runway excursions, but not specifically tied to Sun Country\'s fleet.

Future Outlook

Still flying actively, but many NGs will gradually be replaced by newer models in the coming decade.

Specifications

CFM International CFM56-7B

Engine

35.79 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) per engine

Thrust

Approaches ICAO Chapter 4 (< 95 EPNdb per landing)

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