Boeing 737-838 (Boeing 737-800)

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23 Mar 2026 · © Judge Dredd

Qantas Boeing 737-800 (VH-VZC) taxiing at Sydney Airport on a clear day, classic 'Roo' livery on the tail.

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Aircraft

737-838 (Boeing 737-800) B738

Qantas standard livery

VH-VZC

Registration

Airline

Qantas Airways

QFA / QF

Manufacturer

Boeing

Gear

FUJIFILM X-S10 XF 16-80mm f/4 R OIS WR

Achievements

Winglet Watcher, Boeing Beginner, Narrowbody Ninja

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Location

Shep’s Mound

Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport · SYD/YSSY

-33.9461, 151.1770

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Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport SYD

Airport

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Aviation History

The Boeing 737-800 is one of the best-selling commercial jetliners in the world. It forms the backbone of many airlines\' short- and medium-haul fleets, including Qantas.

Fleet Rarity

One of dozens of Boeing 737-800s in the Qantas mainline fleet.

Record Flights

Flies high-frequency domestic and short international routes across Australia and the Pacific. No ultra-long-haul record flights for this variant.

Safety & Events

The 737-800 model is generally safe but has been involved in various incidents worldwide, largely unrelated to structural design (not including the 737 MAX issues). No major notable events for this exact frame.

Future Outlook

Still active and commonly used, but being gradually replaced by Boeing 737 MAX and Airbus A321XLR variants in the coming decade.

Specifications

CFM56-7B

Engine

35.8 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) per engine

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 compliant, ~85 dB on approach

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