Boeing 737-800

03 Apr 2026 · © Judge Dredd

Qantas Boeing 737-800 VH-VZB taxiing at Sydney Airport, featuring signature red/white livery and distinctive blended winglets.

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Aircraft

737-800 B738

Qantas standard livery (current)

VH-VZB

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 most prolific and commercially successful narrow-body airliners, serving as the backbone of many airline short- and medium-haul fleets worldwide, including Qantas.

Fleet Rarity

Common model; Qantas operates over 70 Boeing 737-800s.

Record Flights

Has operated transcontinental flights within Australia and short international routes; not notable for record-breaking range.

Safety & Events

The 737-800 has had a solid safety record with Qantas; some non-fatal incidents globally, but none specifically notorious with VH-YIZ or Qantas’ 738.

Future Outlook

Expected to remain in fleet service until the introduction of new-generation narrowbodies (e.g., 737 MAX or A321XLR).

Specifications

CFM International CFM56-7B

Engine

35.8 m (with blended winglets)

Wingspan

39.5 m

Length

5,765 km

Range

842 km/h

Speed

162-189 passengers (typical 2-class: 162-174)

Capacity

79,016 kg

MTOW

12.5 m

Height

121.4 kN (27,300 lbf) per engine (CFM56-7B27)

Thrust

Approximates ICAO Chapter 4/14 compliant, ~85-95 dB at takeoff (variable by measurement)

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