Boeing 737-800

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07 Mar 2026 · © Unknown

Distinctive split scimitar winglets indicate a fuel-saving retrofit; these have become common on newer/upgraded 737s.

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Aircraft

737-800 B738

Southwest Airlines 2014 Heart livery

N8644C

Registration

Airline

Southwest Airlines

SWA / WN

Manufacturer

Boeing

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Insights

Aviation History

Workhorse of global short- to medium-haul operations; key aircraft for Southwest's all-737 fleet.

Fleet Rarity

Southwest operates one of the world's largest 737-800 fleets; not rare in the airline or globally.

Record Flights

Commonly used in North America's busiest domestic air routes. No extraordinary records.

Safety & Events

737-800s globally have had notable but rare landing accidents, including gear or runway excursions, but no specific event tied to this frame.

Future Outlook

Still in active service; expected operational for many more years.

Specifications

CFM International CFM56-7B

Engine

35.79 m

Wingspan

39.5 m

Length

5,436 km

Range

842 km/h

Speed

175 passengers (typical 1-class Southwest config)

Capacity

79,016 kg

MTOW

12.6 m

Height

121.4 kN (27,300 lbf) per engine

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 compliant, noise varies by engine and mod, approx 85 dB on takeoff at 1000 m

Noise