Aircraft Type
Boeing 737-800 “737 NG”
The Boeing 737-800 is a popular narrowbody commercial aircraft that revolutionized short to medium-haul passenger transportation, serving as a workhorse for many airlines worldwide with its reliability and efficiency.
IATA73HICAOB738ManufacturerBoeingScore6.70/10Range5,765 kmStatusIn ProductionOperators30
Became the most successful variant of the Boeing 737 Next Generation family, widely adopted by low-cost carriers and major airlines for its versatility and economic performance
The Boeing 737-800 has been so successful that it helped establish budget airlines like Ryanair and Southwest Airlines as dominant players in the aviation market
Cabin Environment
How the Boeing 737-800 affects jetlag recovery
Technical Specifications
Dimensions
39.52 m
Length
35.79 m
Wingspan
12.55 m
Height
Performance
5,765 km
Range
850 km/h
Cruise Speed
2× CFM International CFM56-7B
Engines
Boeing Family
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How It Compares
vs. Airbus A320
✓Slightly longer range (5765 km vs 5700 km)
✗Marginally less fuel-efficient
vs. Airbus A321
✓Lower passenger capacity allows more flexible routing
✗Smaller cabin and less passenger capacity
vs. Embraer E175
✓Longer range and larger passenger capacity
✗Higher operating costs for shorter regional routes