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04 May 2026 · © Unknown

A Southwest Airlines Boeing 737-800 in a vibrant state-themed special livery soars against a clear blue sky.

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Katl_spotter13 · 05 May 2026

Great photo 📸

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Aircraft

Southwest Airlines \'Canyon Blue\' special livery (possibly Nevada One or similar state themed)

Airline

Southwest Airlines

Manufacturer

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Insights

Aviation History

The Boeing 737-800 is among the world’s most widely-used single-aisle jets and Southwest operates one of the largest 737-800 fleets. The special \'state\' liveries are unique within Southwest’s fleet.

Fleet Rarity

Southwest has dozens of 737-800s; special state liveries are rare but not unique.

Record Flights

Used on U.S. transcontinental flights; not typically record setters but important for Southwest’s high-frequency operations.

Safety & Events

The 737-800 has been involved in notable Southwest events including a 2018 uncontained engine failure. No association with this specific airframe based on this image.

Future Outlook

In active service as of 2024, with gradual replacement by MAX series expected over next 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) each

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 3/4 compliant, ~86-89 dB on takeoff

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