Boeing 737 MAX 8

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27 Dec 2025 · © Unknown

The registration N318SF is visible on the rear fuselage. The aircraft sports the distinctive American Airlines livery and modern 737 MAX winglets.

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Aircraft

737 MAX 8 B38M

American Airlines (2013+)

N318SF

Registration

Airline

American Airlines

AAL / AA

Manufacturer

Boeing

Insights

Aviation History

Next-generation member of the Boeing 737 family, known for efficiency and advanced technology.

Fleet Rarity

One of more than 50 MAX 8s in American's active fleet (2024).

Record Flights

Has operated transcontinental North American flights and select medium-haul Latin America routes.

Safety & Events

Early MAX 8 aircraft were involved in two high-profile accidents in 2018 and 2019, leading to a global grounding; all aircraft since updated with improved MCAS software.

Future Outlook

In active passenger service, expected to fly into the 2040s.

Specifications

CFM International LEAP-1B

Engine

35.9 m

Wingspan

39.5 m

Length

6,570 km

Range

839 km/h

Speed

178 passengers (typical 2-class)

Capacity

82,191 kg

MTOW

12.3 m

Height

28,000 lbf (124.5 kN) per engine

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 compliant, ~85 dB on takeoff

Noise

None