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18 Jun 2026 · © SoonerAlum93

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Aircraft

Alaska Airlines new livery

Airline

Alaska Airlines

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Gear

Apple iPhone 15 Pro Apple iPhone 15 Pro back triple camera 9mm f/2.8

Achievements

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Photo grade

C

C

Score: 68.0

Nice full side view and livery, but the image is very soft and slightly overcast, reducing impact.

Location

Chicago O\'Hare International Airport

ORD/KORD

41.9786, -87.9048

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Chicago O\'Hare International Airport ORD

Insights

Aviation History

The Boeing 737-800 is one of the most popular single-aisle jets and forms the backbone of many airlines\' short-to-medium haul fleets worldwide.

Fleet Rarity

One of over 60 Boeing 737-800s in the Alaska Airlines fleet; not particularly rare.

Record Flights

Has operated long US transcon flights within Alaska\'s network, but not known for ultra-long-haul records.

Safety & Events

737-800s have had notable incidents worldwide, but no major incident is tied to N248AK in public records.

Future Outlook

Still in active service as of 2024.

Specifications

CFM56-7B

Engine

35.8 m

Wingspan

39.5 m

Length

5,665 km

Range

842 km/h

Speed

162-189 passengers

Capacity

79,015 kg

MTOW

12.5 m

Height

121.4 kN (27,300 lbf) each

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4, approx 85-90 dB

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