Boeing 737-800

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07 Mar 2026 · © Unknown

This aircraft features Alaska's current livery with distinctive split scimitar winglets.

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Aircraft

737-800 B738

Alaska Airlines standard livery

Airline

Alaska Airlines

ASA / AS

Manufacturer

Boeing

Achievements

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Insights

Aviation History

The Boeing 737-800 is part of the hugely successful Next Generation 737 series and is one of the best-selling commercial jets globally.

Fleet Rarity

Among the most common aircraft in U.S. airline fleets.

Record Flights

Flown on some of the longest 737 routes in the US; commonly used on both transcontinental and high-frequency shuttle routes.

Safety & Events

Extensive fleet, sometimes involved in non-fatal mechanical issues or diversions, typical for mature high-usage jet type.

Future Outlook

Still widely in service, being gradually supplemented or replaced by Boeing 737 MAX variants.

Specifications

CFM56-7B

Engine

35.8 m (with winglets)

Wingspan

39.5 m

Length

5,665 km

Range

842 km/h

Speed

162-189 passengers

Capacity

79,000 kg

MTOW

12.5 m

Height

121.4 kN (27,300 lbf) each

Thrust

ICAO Stage 4, ~85-90 dB

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