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13 May 2026 · © aviationpassionist

KLM Boeing 737-800 (PH-BXZ) taxiing at Schiphol Airport in classic blue livery.

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Aircraft

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines standard livery

Airline

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines

Manufacturer

Gear

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

Achievements

Winglet Watcher, Boeing Beginner, Narrowbody Ninja

3 badges earned

Photo grade

A

Silver

Score: 84.0

Clean side-on shot; KLM livery pops, but flat lighting softens impact on this overcast day.

Location

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

AMS/EHAM

52.3086, 4.7639

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Amsterdam Airport Schiphol AMS

Insights

Aviation History

The Boeing 737-800 is one of the most successful and widely used narrow-body jets in commercial aviation history, forming the backbone of many fleets globally.

Fleet Rarity

Common in fleets—KLM operates multiple Boeing 737-800s.

Record Flights

No notable record flights for the 737-800; primarily used for short and medium-haul routes.

Safety & Events

Model has a generally good safety record, used by many airlines globally.

Future Outlook

Gradual retirement with replacement by Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo family in the foreseeable future, but still active with KLM.

Specifications

CFM International CFM56-7B

Engine

35.8 meters

Wingspan

39.5 meters

Length

5,765 km

Range

842 km/h

Speed

162-189 passengers

Capacity

79,015 kg

MTOW

12.5 meters

Height

121.4 kN (27,300 lbf) per engine

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 3/4 compliant, 90-93 dB

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