Boeing 737-900ER

16 Jun 2026 · © RkyFlight

United Airlines Boeing 737-900ER awaits departure at gate A14, showing the modern globe livery and signature split scimitar winglets.

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Aircraft

737-900ER B739

United Airlines (current globe livery)

N27272

Registration

Airline

United Airlines

UAL / UA

Manufacturer

Boeing

Gear

Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max back triple camera 6.765mm f/1.78

Achievements

Winglet Watcher, Boeing Beginner, Narrowbody Ninja

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Photo grade

Bronze

Score: 75.0

Aircraft is clear and sharp, but foreground railings and ramp equipment distract from a solid side-on view.

Location

Denver International Airport

DEN/KDEN

39.8600, -104.6740

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Denver International Airport DEN

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

The Boeing 737-900ER is the largest member of the 737 Next Generation family and represented the final evolution of the NG series before the 737 MAX.

Fleet Rarity

One of over 130 737-900ERs operated by United Airlines, which is among the primary operators, making it common in their fleet.

Record Flights

Primarily used on high-density domestic routes; not known for record-breaking flights.

Safety & Events

No major incidents associated with this specific airframe (N27272) are widely known.

Future Outlook

Still flying and in active mainline passenger service.

Specifications

CFM56-7B27

Engine

35.8 m

Wingspan

42.1 m

Length

5,990 km

Range

830 km/h

Speed

178-220 passengers

Capacity

85,139 kg

MTOW

12.6 m

Height

121.4 kN (27,300 lbf) each

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 (typical ~84 dB sideline)

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