Boeing 737-800

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22 Apr 2026 · © Judge Dredd

Qantas Boeing 737-800 (VH-VYJ) climbing out after takeoff in clear Sydney weather.

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Aircraft

737-800 B738

Qantas 2016 Roo livery

VH-VYJ

Registration

Airline

Qantas Airways

QFA / QF

Manufacturer

Boeing

Gear

FUJIFILM X-S10 XC 50-230mm F4.5-6.7 OIS II

Achievements

Runway Royalty, 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

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Aviation History

The Boeing 737-800 is the most widely produced variant of the 737 Next Generation family and serves as a backbone for many domestic and short-haul international fleets worldwide.

Fleet Rarity

Qantas operates one of the largest 737-800 fleets in Australia.

Record Flights

Frequently used on Trans-Tasman and cross-continental Australia routes; not a record-setting type but among the most flown.

Safety & Events

Qantas has had a strong safety record with the 737-800 fleet. Globally, the type has had some notable incidents, though VH-VYJ itself has not been involved in major ones.

Future Outlook

Still flying active service as of 2024; likely to be replaced by Boeing 737 MAX family in Qantas fleet modernization over coming decade.

Specifications

CFM International CFM56-7B26

Engine

35.8 meters

Wingspan

39.5 meters

Length

5,665 km

Range

842 km/h

Speed

162-189 passengers

Capacity

79,015 kg

MTOW

12.5 meters

Height

121.4 kN (27,300 lbf) per engine

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 compliant; typical takeoff 85-89 dB at reference points

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