Boeing 737-800

22 Mar 2026 · © Judge Dredd

Qantas Boeing 737-800 sporting Mendoowoorrji livery performing a rotation during takeoff in rainy conditions at Sydney Airport.

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Aircraft

737-800 B738

Qantas Mendoowoorrji Livery

VH-XZJ

Registration

Airline

Qantas Airways

QFA / QF

Manufacturer

Boeing

Gear

FUJIFILM X-S10 XF 16-80mm f/4 R OIS WR

Achievements

Runway Royalty, Winglet Watcher, Skyline Symphony, Weather Warrior, 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

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Aviation History

The Boeing 737-800 is the most popular member of the 737 Next Generation family, widely used for short- and medium-haul flights globally. Qantas is one of its largest operators in the Asia-Pacific region.

Fleet Rarity

Over 4,600 Boeing 737-800s built, making it one of the most common jetliners; Qantas operates over 70.

Record Flights

The type has flown transcontinental routes such as Perth-Sydney (Australia\'s longest Boeing 737-800 domestic route) for Qantas.

Safety & Events

Generally a reliable aircraft type, some Qantas 737-800s have been involved in non-fatal technical issues and go-arounds but have a strong safety record.

Future Outlook

Gradually being replaced by Boeing 737 MAX models and Airbus A321XLRs in the coming years, but still active worldwide.

Specifications

CFM56-7B

Engine

35.8 meters

Wingspan

39.5 meters

Length

5,665 kilometers

Range

842 km/h

Speed

162-189 passengers

Capacity

79,015 kilograms

MTOW

12.5 meters

Height

kN: 121–128 kN (per engine)

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4, ~84-85 dB SEL at approach

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