Boeing 737-800

14 Feb 2026 · © Unknown

Iconic 737 split scimitar winglets visible, city identified as London with the recognizable Thames, bridges, and landmarks.

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Aircraft

737-800 B738

Manufacturer

Boeing

Insights

Aviation History

The Boeing 737-800 is the most popular variant of the Boeing 737 Next Generation family and has become a workhorse of short- and medium-haul routes worldwide since its entry into service in 1998.

Fleet Rarity

Very common; thousands in service worldwide.

Record Flights

Flown some longer short-haul routes, e.g., 6-hour transcontinental flights, and is widely used on popular city pairs across continents.

Safety & Events

Several notable non-fatal incidents but overall one of the safest and most prolific commercial jets in the world.

Future Outlook

Many frames remain in active commercial service, though some are being replaced by the 737 MAX series.

Specifications

CFM56-7B

Engine

35.79 m

Wingspan

39.5 m

Length

5,765 km

Range

842 km/h

Speed

162-189 passengers

Capacity

79,015 kg

MTOW

12.5 m

Height

121.4 kN (27,300 lbf)

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 (approx 85-90 dB sideline)

Noise

Airline and registration not visible, so details are based on common 737-800 features and typical winglet shape.