Aircraft Type
Boeing 737 “Baby Boeing”
The Boeing 737 is a highly successful narrow-body commercial passenger jet airliner that has revolutionized short to medium-haul air travel since its introduction, becoming the best-selling commercial jet aircraft in history.
IATA73XICAOB737ManufacturerBoeingRange5,648 kmStatusIn ProductionOperators30
Most produced commercial jet aircraft in aviation history, with over 10,000 aircraft delivered and continuously evolved through multiple generations of technological improvements
The Boeing 737 has been in continuous production for over five decades, making it one of the longest-running commercial aircraft programs in aviation history, with variants serving airlines worldwide from low-cost carriers to major international airlines
Cabin Environment
How the Boeing 737 affects jetlag recovery
Technical Specifications
Dimensions
39.5 m
Length
35.8 m
Wingspan
12.5 m
Height
Performance
5,648 km
Range
842 km/h
Cruise Speed
2× CFM56 turbofan
Engines
Boeing Family
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How It Compares
vs. Airbus A320
✓Longer operational history with first flight in 1967
✗More modern design with updated aerodynamics and fuel efficiency
vs. Embraer E175
✓Larger passenger capacity
✗Better performance on shorter regional routes
vs. Airbus A220
✓Established worldwide fleet and maintenance infrastructure
✗More fuel-efficient engines and lighter composite materials