Boeing 737 MAX 8

13 Apr 2026 · © aviationpassionist

LOT Polish Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 8 (SP-LVK) in special 100 Krosno livery, showcasing its split-tip winglets on approach.

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CHARLIE ALFA · 13 Apr 2026

Nice shot!

Kiwi Aviation · 13 Apr 2026

Wow!

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Aircraft

737 MAX 8 B38M

100 Krosno Special Livery

SP-LVK

Registration

Airline

LOT - Polish Airlines

LOT / LO

Manufacturer

Boeing

Gear

Canon 2000D Sigma 60-600mm f/4.5-6.3

Achievements

Livery Legend, Winglet Watcher, Boeing Beginner, Narrowbody Ninja

4 badges earned

Location

Górka Spotterska

Warsaw Chopin Airport · WAW/EPWA

52.1706, 20.9428

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Warsaw Chopin Airport WAW

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

The Boeing 737 MAX 8 is the latest generation of the world\'s best-selling jetliner, noted for its advanced aerodynamics, fuel efficiency, and introduction following a high-profile worldwide grounding.

Fleet Rarity

LOT Polish Airlines has a relatively small fleet of 737 MAX 8s; the special livery is rare within their fleet.

Record Flights

Not specifically notable for record flights, but used on medium- and long-range routes in Europe and beyond.

Safety & Events

The 737 MAX family was grounded worldwide for 20 months (2019-2020) after two fatal accidents. SP-LVK itself has not been involved in major incidents.

Future Outlook

Still actively flying in LOT\'s fleet as of 2024.

Specifications

CFM International LEAP-1B

Engine

35.9 m

Wingspan

39.52 m

Length

6,570 km

Range

839 km/h

Speed

178 passengers (typical 2-class)

Capacity

82,191 kg

MTOW

12.3 m

Height

28,000 lbf (124.6 kN) per engine

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 compliant (~85 dB at takeoff sideline)

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