Boeing 737-700/800 (Next Generation)

02 Mar 2026 · © Unknown

An Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 is also visible in the background. Image is slightly tilted, typical of photos from a window seat.

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Aviation History

The Boeing 737 is the best-selling airliner of all time; Southwest Airlines is the largest operator worldwide.

Fleet Rarity

Common — Southwest operates over 700 Boeing 737s.

Record Flights

737NG models have served on transcontinental US routes, but not typical for ultra-long-haul.

Safety & Events

Extensive service record; incidents typical of global short/medium haul operations.

Future Outlook

737-700/800 will remain in service for years as 737 MAX deliveries continue.

CFM International CFM56-7B

Engine

35.8 meters

Wingspan

33.6 meters (737-800) or 39.5 meters (737-800)

Length

5,765 km (737-700) / 5,765 km (737-800)

Range

842 km/h

Speed

143 (737-700, single class) / 175 (737-800, single class) passengers

Capacity

70,080 kg (737-700) / 79,015 kg (737-800)

MTOW

12.5 meters

Height

89 kN - 121 kN (varies with variant)

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 3 & 4 compliant (~85-88 dB on approach)

Noise

Cannot distinguish between 737-700 and 737-800 from this angle without registration. Livery and airline identification are clear.