Boeing 737 MAX 8

20 May 2026 · © Unknown

Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 8 in unique 'America 250' patriotic livery, painted to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States.

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Boeing 737-7H4 (Next Generation, commonly 737-700)

Aircraft

737 MAX 8 B737

Southwest Airlines America 250 (special 1776 patriotic livery)

Airline

Southwest Airlines

SWA / WN

Manufacturer

Boeing

Gear

Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max back camera 6.765mm f/1.78

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Photo grade

Silver

Score: 83.0

Vivid '1776' livery pops with crisp details; nose shadow and ramp background slightly mute overall drama.

Location

Los Angeles International Airport

LAX/KLAX

33.9425, -118.4080

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Los Angeles International Airport LAX

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Aviation History

The Boeing 737 MAX is notable as the newest generation of the world\'s best-selling jet airliner family. This airframe is painted in a unique America 250 livery for Southwest Airlines, commemorating the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence.

Fleet Rarity

The America 250 patriotic livery is unique within the Southwest fleet as of 2024.

Record Flights

The 737 MAX 8 is primarily used for North American domestic routes and select long-haul flights such as transcontinental and near-international services.

Safety & Events

The 737 MAX series was globally grounded in 2019-2020 following two crashes, with recertification in late 2020-2021. This particular aircraft in special livery has not been directly linked to any major incident.

Future Outlook

Expected to remain in service with Southwest, flying regular routes in commemorative livery.

Specifications

CFM International LEAP-1B

Engine

35.9 m

Wingspan

39.5 m

Length

6,570 km

Range

839 km/h

Speed

178 passengers

Capacity

82,191 kg

MTOW

12.3 m

Height

28,000 lbf (124.5 kN) per engine

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 compliant (~85 dB takeoff at sideline, varies with configuration)

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