Aircraft Type
Boeing 737-800 (winglets) “737NG”
The Boeing 737-800 is a highly successful narrow-body commercial passenger aircraft that revolutionized short to medium-haul air travel with its fuel efficiency and versatility, becoming one of the most popular airliners in the world's commercial fleet.
IATA73EManufacturerBoeingScore7.00/10Range5,665 kmStatusIn ProductionOperators30
Serving as the backbone of many low-cost carriers' fleets and being the most widely used variant of the Boeing 737 Next Generation family, with over 4,900 aircraft delivered worldwide
The 737-800 has been so reliable and popular that it effectively replaced both the 737-300 and 737-400 models, becoming the default choice for airlines looking to modernize their short-haul fleet
Cabin Environment
How the Boeing 737-800 (winglets) affects jetlag recovery
Technical Specifications
Dimensions
39.5 m
Length
35.8 m
Wingspan
12.5 m
Height
Performance
5,765 km
Range
840 km/h
Cruise Speed
2× CFM International CFM56-7B
Engines
Boeing Family
Related aircraft variants
How It Compares
vs. Airbus A320
✓More established design with proven reliability
✗Slightly less fuel-efficient wing design
vs. Embraer E175
✓Larger passenger capacity
✗Less flexibility for shorter regional routes
vs. Airbus A321neo
✓More economical operating costs
✗Newer engine technology with potentially lower maintenance familiarity