Boeing 737 Next Generation
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The Boeing 737 Next Generation, commonly abbreviated as Boeing 737NG, is the name given to the -600/-700/-800/-900 series of the Boeing 737
after the introduction of the -300/-400/-500 Classic
series. They are short- to medium-range, narrow-body
jet airliner
s. Produced since 1996 by Boeing Commercial Airplanes
, the 737NG is sold in four sizes seating typically 110 to 210 passengers.
A total of 3,786 737NG aircraft have been delivered by September 2011. By November 2011, Boeing had delivered more than 3,800 737NGs of the more than 6,000 on order. Its primary competition
is with the Airbus A320 family
. Upgraded and re-engined models in development as the 737 MAX series will eventually supplant the 737NG.
, which incorporated ground-breaking technologies such as fly-by-wire
and side-stick
controls, in 1991 Boeing initiated development of an updated series of aircraft. After working with potential customers, the 737 Next Generation (NG) program was announced on November 17, 1993. The 737NG encompasses the -600, -700, -800 and -900 variants, and is to date the most significant upgrade of the airframe. The performance of the 737NG is essentially that of a new airplane, but important commonality is retained from previous 737 generations. The wing was modified, increasing its area by 25% and span by 16 ft (4.88 m), which increased the total fuel capacity by 30%. New quieter and more fuel-efficient CFM56-7B engines were used. These improvements combine to increase the 737's range by 900 nmi, permitting transcontinental service. A flight test program was operated by 10 aircraft; 3 -600s, 4 -700s, and 3 -800s.
and the Boeing 737 Classic
by incorporating select features of the 777
-style interior, most noticeably larger, more rounded overhead bins and curved ceiling panels. The interior of the 737 Next Generation also became the standard interior on the Boeing 757-300.
In 2010, the interior of the 737 Next Generation was updated to look similar to that of the Boeing 787
. Known as the Boeing Sky Interior, it introduces new pivoting overhead bins (a first for a Boeing narrowbody aircraft), new sidewalls, new passenger service units, and LED mood lighting.
, who frequently operate from restricted airports. The enhancements improve takeoff and landing performance. The optional package is available for the 737NG models and standard equipment for the 737-900ER.
In July 2008, Boeing offered Messier-Bugatti's new carbon brakes for the Next-Gen 737s, which are intended to replace steel brakes and will reduce the weight of the brake package by 550–700 lb (249.5–317.5 kg) depending on whether standard or high-capacity steel brakes were fitted. A weight reduction of 700 pounds (317.5 kg) on a Boeing 737-800 results in 0.5% reduction in fuel burn. Delta Air Lines
received the first Next-Gen 737 model with this brake package, a 737-700, at the end of July 2008.
On August 21, 2006, Sky News
alleged that Boeing's Next Generation 737s built from 1994 to 2002 contained defective parts. The report stated that various parts of the airframe produced by Ducommun
were found to be defective by Boeing employees but that Boeing refused to take action. Boeing said that the allegations were "without merit". However, a one year investigation by Al Jazeera's People & Power series in 2010 questions the safety of some structural parts in 737s.
Boeing is planning to increase monthly 737 production from 31.5 to 35 per month in 2012, and 38 per month in 2013.
On July 20, 2011, Boeing announced plans for a new 737 version
to be powered by the CFM International LEAP-X
engine, with American Airlines
intending to order 100 of these aircraft. Internally, a minimum change version of the Leap-X is the probable final configuration for the proposed reengined 737, and is expected to give a 10-12% improvement in fuel burn. A service entry in 2016 or 2017 is expected, with the new models probably being designated 737-7/-8/-9, being based on the 737-700/-800/-900ER respectively.
On August 30, 2011, Boeing confirmed the launch of the 737 new engine variant, called the 737 MAX
, with 496 order commitments from five airlines. Its new CFM International LEAP-1B engines are expected to provide a 16% lower fuel burn than the current Airbus A320
. The 737 MAX is to compete with the Airbus A320neo
.
was to be the Boeing launch customer for the 737-600 winglets, but announced in their Q2 2006 results that they were not going to move ahead with those plans. The 737-600 was launched by Scandinavian Airlines System
(SAS) in 1995 with the first aircraft delivered on September 18, 1998. A total of 69 -600s have been delivered.
ordered the variant in November 1993. The variant was based on the 737-300 and entered service in 1998. It replaced the 737-300 in Boeing's lineup, and its direct competitor is the A319. It typically seats 137 passengers in a two-class cabin or 149 in all-economy configuration.
The 737-700C is a convertible version where the seats can be removed from the plane to carry cargo. There is a large door on the left side of the aircraft. The United States Navy
was the launch customer for the 737-700C under the military designation C-40 Clipper
.
is the launch customer, with the first one of five 737-700ERs delivered on February 16, 2007. The 737-700ER is a mainline
passenger version of the BBJ1 and 737-700IGW. It combines the 737-700 fuselage with the wings and landing gear of a 737-800. It will offer a range of 5510 nautical miles (10,204.5 km), with seating for 126 passengers in a traditional two-class configuration. A competitor to this model would be the A319LR. The 737-700ER has the second longest range for a 737 after the BBJ2. The 737-700ER is inspired by the Boeing Business Jet and is designed for long-range
commercial applications.
All Nippon Airways, Japan’s second biggest carrier, is to pioneer the model in Asia with a daily service between Tokyo and Mumbai. ANA’s service, believed to be the first all-business class route connecting to a developing country, was to start in September 2007 and use a Boeing 737-700ERs outfitted with 38 (38 Club ANA) and 48 (24 Club ANA/24 Economy) in four-across seats configuration and an extra fuel tank. A total of 1,048 -700, 106 -700 BBJ, and 14 -700C aircraft have been delivered as of January 2011.
The 737-800 is a stretched version of the 737-700, and replaces the 737-400. It also filled the gap left by the decision to discontinue the McDonnell Douglas MD-80 and MD-90
following Boeing's merger with McDonnell Douglas. The -800 was launched by Hapag-Lloyd Flug
(now TUIfly
) in 1994 and entered service in 1998. The 737-800 seats 162 passengers in a two-class layout, or 189 in one class, and competes with the A320. For many airlines in the U.S., the 737-800 replaced aging Boeing 727-200
trijet
s.
The 737-800 is also among the models replacing the McDonnell Douglas MD-80 and MD-90
series aircraft in airline service; it burns 850 gallons (3,217.6 l) of jet fuel per hour, or about 80% of the fuel needed by an MD-80 on a comparable flight, even while carrying more passengers than the latter. According to the Airline Monitor, an industry publication, a 737-800 burns 4.88 gallons (18.5 l) of fuel per seat per hour. Alaska Airlines
replaced the MD-80 with the 737-800, saving $2,000 per flight, assuming jet fuel prices of $4 per gallon. The fuel cost of each such flight (2008 prices) on a 737-800 is about $8,500.00.
On 14 August 2008, American Airlines
announced 26 orders for the 737-800 (20 are exercised options from previously signed contracts and six are new incremental orders) as well as accelerated deliveries. A total of 2,135 -800, and 16 -800 BBJ aircraft have been delivered with 1,521 unfilled orders as of January 2011. Ryanair
, an Irish low-cost airline is one of the largest operators of the Boeing 737-800, with a fleet of 272 aircraft serving more than 1,000 routes across Europe and North Africa.
launched the 737-900 in 1997 and accepted delivery on May 15, 2001. The 737-900 also retains the MTOW and fuel capacity of the -800, trading range for payload. These shortcomings until recently prevented the 737-900 from effectively competing with the Airbus A321
.
and to directly compete with the Airbus A321
.
An additional pair of exit doors and a flat rear pressure bulkhead
increase seating capacity to 180 passengers in a 2-class configuration or 215 passengers in a single-class layout. Additional fuel capacity and standard winglets improve range to that of other 737NG variants.
The first 737-900ER was rolled out of the Renton, Washington
factory on August 8, 2006 for its launch customer, Lion Air
. Lion Air received this aircraft on April 27, 2007 in a special dual paint scheme combining the Lion Air lion on the vertical stabilizer and the Boeing livery colors on the fuselage. Lion Air has orders for 166 737-900ERs as of August 2011.
On August 22, 2011, it was reported that Delta Air Lines
had placed an order for 100 737-900ERs, the largest single order for the type.
A total of 52 -900s, 82 -900ERs, and 6 -900 BBJs have been delivered with 183 unfilled orders as of January 2011.
On October 11, 1999 Boeing launched the BBJ2. Based on the 737-800, it is 5.84 m (19 ft 2 in) longer than the BBJ, with 25% more cabin space and twice the baggage space, but has slightly reduced range. It is also fitted with auxiliary belly fuel tanks and winglets. The first BBJ2 was delivered on February 28, 2001.
Data through September 2011. Updated on 8 October 2011.
According to the Aviation Safety Network
, the Boeing 737 Next Generation series of aircraft have been involved in 8 hull-loss accidents and 7 hijackings
, for a total of fatalities
.
, a 737-700, skidded off a runway upon landing at Chicago Midway International Airport in heavy snow conditions. A six-year old boy died in a car struck by the airliner after it skidded into a street. Passengers on board the aircraft and on the ground reported several minor injuries. The aircraft involved, N471WN, became N286WN after repairs. }}|event= Gol Transportes Aéreos Flight 1907
, a 737-800 Brazil
ian airliner with 154 people on board crashed following a midair collision with an Embraer Legacy 600. All on board the 737-800 were killed. The Legacy landed safely at a Brazilian Air Force Base.}}|event= Kenya Airways Flight 507
, a 737-800 carrying 105 passengers and nine crew lost contact and crashed into a swamp on a flight to Nairobi
, Kenya
from Abidjan
, Ivory Coast
, after making a scheduled stop at Douala
, Cameroon
. There were no survivors.}}|event= China Airlines Flight 120
, a Boeing 737-800 inbound from Taipei
, caught fire shortly after landing at Naha Airport in Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. There were no fatalities. Following this incident, the FAA issued an Emergency Airworthiness Directive
(EAD) on August 25 ordering inspection of all Boeing 737NG series aircraft for loose components in the wing leading edge slats within 24 days. On 28 August, after initial reports from these inspections, the FAA issued a further EAD requiring a detailed or borescope
inspection within 10 days, and an explicit tightening of a nut-and-bolt assembly within 24 days. }}
|event= Ryanair Flight 4102
, a Boeing 737-800 from Frankfurt-Hahn
suffered substantial damage in an emergency landing at Ciampino Airport, Rome
. The cause of the accident was stated to be birdstrikes affecting both engines. The port undercarriage of the 737 collapsed. The aircraft involved was Boeing 737-8AS EI-DYG (c/n33639, msn 2557). Of the six crew and 166 passengers on board, two crew and eight passengers were taken to hospital with minor injuries. As well as damage to the engines and undercarriage, the rear fuselage was also damaged by contact with the runway. }}|event= Turkish Airlines Flight 1951
, a Boeing 737-800 coming from Istanbul, crashed during landing into a field near the Polderbaan at Schiphol airport, Amsterdam
. The fuselage broke into three pieces after the crash and the engine pylons separated. Of the 135 passengers and crew, there were nine fatalities: five passengers and four crew members (including both pilots and a pilot-in-training), and 84 people suffered injuries. Preliminary crash investigations focused on a malfunctioning left radio altimeter, which may have resulted in false altitude information causing the autothrottle
to reduce power.|event= American Airlines Flight 331
, a Boeing 737-800 (registration N977AN) overran the runway at Norman Manley International Airport in Kingston Jamaica. The aircraft, registration N977AN, overran the runway during a landing hampered by poor weather. The plane continued on the ground outside the airport perimeter and broke apart causing injuries. All 154 persons on board survived. }}|event= Ethiopian Airlines Flight 409
, a 737-800, crashed into the Mediterranean Sea
shortly after take-off from Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport
. The flight had 90 passengers and 8 crew, 50 passengers of which were Lebanese, and was bound for the Ethiopia
n capital of Addis Ababa
. There were no survivors. }}|event= Air India Express Flight 812
, a 737-800, overran the runway on landing at Mangalore International Airport
, killing 158 passengers including six crew on board. There were eight survivors. The airliner overran beyond the middle of the runway hitting the antenna and crashed through the fence at the end of the runway going into the valley 200 feet below. Although the 8,000 ft runway is sufficient for landing there was no bare land at the end of the runway on the table top airport to account for mistakes. }}|event= AIRES Flight 8250
, a 737-700, crashed and split into three pieces on the Colombian island of San Andres. There was no fire and two fatalities reported. }}|event= an attempt was made to hijack
Turkish Airlines
Flight 1754 from Gardermoen Airport
, Oslo
to Ataturk International Airport
, Istanbul
. The hijacker was overpowered by other passengers on the flight and was arrested when the aircraft landed. The flight was being operated by Boeing 737-800 TC-JGZ. }}|event= Caribbean Airlines Flight 523
, a 737-800, overran the runway in rainy weather and crashed through the perimeter fence while landing at the Cheddi Jagan International Airport
in Guyana. The aircraft broke into two at around the first class area. Several passengers were injured with at least two passengers suffering broken legs, and others received lacerations and other minor injuries. }} Caribbean Airlines confirmed 157 passengers and 6 crew members were on board. }}
Sources: Boeing 737 Specifications, 737 Airport Planning Report
Boeing 737
The Boeing 737 is a short- to medium-range, twin-engine narrow-body jet airliner. Originally developed as a shorter, lower-cost twin-engine airliner derived from Boeing's 707 and 727, the 737 has developed into a family of nine passenger models with a capacity of 85 to 215 passengers...
after the introduction of the -300/-400/-500 Classic
Boeing 737 Classic
The Boeing 737 Classic is the name given to the -300/-400/-500 series of the Boeing 737 following the introduction of the -600/-700/-800/-900 series. They are short- to medium- range, narrow-body jet airliners produced by Boeing Commercial Airplanes. The Classic series was introduced as the 'new...
series. They are short- to medium-range, narrow-body
Narrow-body aircraft
A narrow-body aircraft is an airliner with a fuselage aircraft cabin width typically of 3 to 4 metres , and airline seat arranged 2 to 6 abreast along a single aisle...
jet airliner
Jet airliner
A jet airliner is an airliner that is powered by jet engines. This term is sometimes contracted to jetliner or jet.In contrast to today's relatively fuel-efficient, turbofan-powered air travel, first generation jet airliner travel was noisy and fuel inefficient...
s. Produced since 1996 by Boeing Commercial Airplanes
Boeing Commercial Airplanes
Boeing Commercial Airplanes designs, assembles, markets and sells large commercial jet aircraft and provides product-related maintenance and training to customers worldwide...
, the 737NG is sold in four sizes seating typically 110 to 210 passengers.
A total of 3,786 737NG aircraft have been delivered by September 2011. By November 2011, Boeing had delivered more than 3,800 737NGs of the more than 6,000 on order. Its primary competition
Competition between Airbus and Boeing
Competition between Airbus and Boeing is a result of both companies' domination of the large jet airliner market since the 1990s, a consequence of mergers within the global aerospace industry over the years. Airbus began as a consortium from Europe, whereas the American Boeing took over its former...
is with the Airbus A320 family
Airbus A320 family
The Airbus A320 family is a family of short- to medium-range, narrow-body, commercial passenger jet airliners manufactured by Airbus Industrie.Airbus was originally a consortium of European aerospace companies, and is now fully owned by EADS. Airbus's name has been Airbus SAS since 2001...
. Upgraded and re-engined models in development as the 737 MAX series will eventually supplant the 737NG.
Background
Prompted by the development of the Airbus A320Airbus A320 family
The Airbus A320 family is a family of short- to medium-range, narrow-body, commercial passenger jet airliners manufactured by Airbus Industrie.Airbus was originally a consortium of European aerospace companies, and is now fully owned by EADS. Airbus's name has been Airbus SAS since 2001...
, which incorporated ground-breaking technologies such as fly-by-wire
Fly-by-wire
Fly-by-wire is a system that replaces the conventional manual flight controls of an aircraft with an electronic interface. The movements of flight controls are converted to electronic signals transmitted by wires , and flight control computers determine how to move the actuators at each control...
and side-stick
Side-stick
A side-stick or sidestick controller is an aircraft control column that is located on the side console of the pilot, usually on the righthand side, or outboard on a two-seat flightdeck...
controls, in 1991 Boeing initiated development of an updated series of aircraft. After working with potential customers, the 737 Next Generation (NG) program was announced on November 17, 1993. The 737NG encompasses the -600, -700, -800 and -900 variants, and is to date the most significant upgrade of the airframe. The performance of the 737NG is essentially that of a new airplane, but important commonality is retained from previous 737 generations. The wing was modified, increasing its area by 25% and span by 16 ft (4.88 m), which increased the total fuel capacity by 30%. New quieter and more fuel-efficient CFM56-7B engines were used. These improvements combine to increase the 737's range by 900 nmi, permitting transcontinental service. A flight test program was operated by 10 aircraft; 3 -600s, 4 -700s, and 3 -800s.
Interior
In terms of the passenger cabin, the interior on the 737 Next Generation improved on the previous style interior used on the Boeing 757-200Boeing 757
The Boeing 757 is a mid-size, narrow-body twin-engine jet airliner manufactured by Boeing Commercial Airplanes. Passenger versions of the twinjet have a capacity of 186 to 289 persons and a maximum range of , depending on variant and cabin configuration...
and the Boeing 737 Classic
Boeing 737 Classic
The Boeing 737 Classic is the name given to the -300/-400/-500 series of the Boeing 737 following the introduction of the -600/-700/-800/-900 series. They are short- to medium- range, narrow-body jet airliners produced by Boeing Commercial Airplanes. The Classic series was introduced as the 'new...
by incorporating select features of the 777
Boeing 777
The Boeing 777 is a long-range, wide-body twin-engine jet airliner manufactured by Boeing Commercial Airplanes. It is the world's largest twinjet and is commonly referred to as the "Triple Seven". The aircraft has seating for over 300 passengers and has a range from , depending on model...
-style interior, most noticeably larger, more rounded overhead bins and curved ceiling panels. The interior of the 737 Next Generation also became the standard interior on the Boeing 757-300.
In 2010, the interior of the 737 Next Generation was updated to look similar to that of the Boeing 787
Boeing 787
The Boeing 787 Dreamliner is a long-range, mid-size wide-body, twin-engine jet airliner developed by Boeing Commercial Airplanes. It seats 210 to 290 passengers, depending on the variant. Boeing states that it is the company's most fuel-efficient airliner and the world's first major airliner to use...
. Known as the Boeing Sky Interior, it introduces new pivoting overhead bins (a first for a Boeing narrowbody aircraft), new sidewalls, new passenger service units, and LED mood lighting.
Production and testing
The first NG to roll out was a -700, on December 8, 1996. This aircraft, the 2,843rd 737 built, first flew on February 9, 1997 with pilots Mike Hewett and Ken Higgins. The prototype -800 rolled out on June 30, 1997 and first flew on July 31, 1997, piloted by Jim McRoberts and again by Hewett. The smallest of the new variants, the -600 series, is identical in size to the -500, launching in December 1997 with an initial flight occurring January 22, 1998; it was granted FAA certification on August 18, 1998.Further developments
In 2004, Boeing offered a Short Field Performance package in response to the needs of Gol Transportes AéreosGol Transportes Aéreos
Gol Transportes Aéreos is a Brazilian airline based in Comandante Lineu Gomes Square, São Paulo City, Brazil....
, who frequently operate from restricted airports. The enhancements improve takeoff and landing performance. The optional package is available for the 737NG models and standard equipment for the 737-900ER.
In July 2008, Boeing offered Messier-Bugatti's new carbon brakes for the Next-Gen 737s, which are intended to replace steel brakes and will reduce the weight of the brake package by 550–700 lb (249.5–317.5 kg) depending on whether standard or high-capacity steel brakes were fitted. A weight reduction of 700 pounds (317.5 kg) on a Boeing 737-800 results in 0.5% reduction in fuel burn. Delta Air Lines
Delta Air Lines
Delta Air Lines, Inc. is a major airline based in the United States and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. The airline operates an extensive domestic and international network serving all continents except Antarctica. Delta and its subsidiaries operate over 4,000 flights every day...
received the first Next-Gen 737 model with this brake package, a 737-700, at the end of July 2008.
On August 21, 2006, Sky News
Sky News
Sky News is a 24-hour British and international satellite television news broadcaster with an emphasis on UK and international news stories.The service places emphasis on rolling news, including the latest breaking news. Sky News also hosts localised versions of the channel in Australia and in New...
alleged that Boeing's Next Generation 737s built from 1994 to 2002 contained defective parts. The report stated that various parts of the airframe produced by Ducommun
Ducommun
Ducommun Incorporated provides manufacturing, engineering, and support services to the global aerospace and defense industry. It manufactures structural and electronic components and subassemblies for a wide variety of commercial, military, and space aircraft, notably for the Boeing 737 NG and 777...
were found to be defective by Boeing employees but that Boeing refused to take action. Boeing said that the allegations were "without merit". However, a one year investigation by Al Jazeera's People & Power series in 2010 questions the safety of some structural parts in 737s.
Boeing is planning to increase monthly 737 production from 31.5 to 35 per month in 2012, and 38 per month in 2013.
Replacement and re-engining
Since 2006, Boeing has discussed replacing the 737 with a "clean sheet" design (internally named "Boeing Y1") that could follow the Boeing 787 Dreamliner. A decision on this replacement was postponed, and delayed into 2011.On July 20, 2011, Boeing announced plans for a new 737 version
Boeing 737 MAX
The Boeing 737 MAX is a new family of aircraft being developed by Boeing Commercial Airplanes to replace the Boeing 737 Next Generation family. The primary change will be the use of the larger and more efficient CFM International LEAP-1B engines. The airframe is to receive some modifications as...
to be powered by the CFM International LEAP-X
CFM International LEAP-X
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engine, with American Airlines
American Airlines
American Airlines, Inc. is the world's fourth-largest airline in passenger miles transported and operating revenues. American Airlines is a subsidiary of the AMR Corporation and is headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas adjacent to its largest hub at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport...
intending to order 100 of these aircraft. Internally, a minimum change version of the Leap-X is the probable final configuration for the proposed reengined 737, and is expected to give a 10-12% improvement in fuel burn. A service entry in 2016 or 2017 is expected, with the new models probably being designated 737-7/-8/-9, being based on the 737-700/-800/-900ER respectively.
On August 30, 2011, Boeing confirmed the launch of the 737 new engine variant, called the 737 MAX
Boeing 737 MAX
The Boeing 737 MAX is a new family of aircraft being developed by Boeing Commercial Airplanes to replace the Boeing 737 Next Generation family. The primary change will be the use of the larger and more efficient CFM International LEAP-1B engines. The airframe is to receive some modifications as...
, with 496 order commitments from five airlines. Its new CFM International LEAP-1B engines are expected to provide a 16% lower fuel burn than the current Airbus A320
Airbus A320
The Airbus A320 family is a family of short- to medium-range, narrow-body, commercial passenger jet airliners manufactured by Airbus Industrie.Airbus was originally a consortium of European aerospace companies, and is now fully owned by EADS. Airbus's name has been Airbus SAS since 2001...
. The 737 MAX is to compete with the Airbus A320neo
Airbus A320 family
The Airbus A320 family is a family of short- to medium-range, narrow-body, commercial passenger jet airliners manufactured by Airbus Industrie.Airbus was originally a consortium of European aerospace companies, and is now fully owned by EADS. Airbus's name has been Airbus SAS since 2001...
.
Variants
737-600
The 737-600 is the direct replacement of the 737-500 and competes with the Airbus A318. This is the only Boeing 737 still in production that does not include winglets as an option. WestJetWestJet
WestJet Airlines Ltd. is a Canadian low-cost carrier that provides scheduled and charter air service to 71 destinations in Canada, the United States, Mexico and the Caribbean. Founded in 1996, WestJet is currently the second largest Canadian air carrier, behind Air Canada, operating an average of...
was to be the Boeing launch customer for the 737-600 winglets, but announced in their Q2 2006 results that they were not going to move ahead with those plans. The 737-600 was launched by Scandinavian Airlines System
Scandinavian Airlines System
Scandinavian Airlines or SAS, previously Scandinavian Airlines System, is the flag carrier of Denmark, Norway and Sweden, and the largest airline in Scandinavia....
(SAS) in 1995 with the first aircraft delivered on September 18, 1998. A total of 69 -600s have been delivered.
737-700
The 737-700 was the first of Next Generation series when launch customer Southwest AirlinesSouthwest Airlines
Southwest Airlines Co. is an American low-cost airline based in Dallas, Texas. Southwest is the largest airline in the United States, based upon domestic passengers carried,...
ordered the variant in November 1993. The variant was based on the 737-300 and entered service in 1998. It replaced the 737-300 in Boeing's lineup, and its direct competitor is the A319. It typically seats 137 passengers in a two-class cabin or 149 in all-economy configuration.
The 737-700C is a convertible version where the seats can be removed from the plane to carry cargo. There is a large door on the left side of the aircraft. The United States Navy
United States Navy
The United States Navy is the naval warfare service branch of the United States Armed Forces and one of the seven uniformed services of the United States. The U.S. Navy is the largest in the world; its battle fleet tonnage is greater than that of the next 13 largest navies combined. The U.S...
was the launch customer for the 737-700C under the military designation C-40 Clipper
C-40 Clipper
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.
737-700ER
Boeing launched the 737-700ER on January 31, 2006. All Nippon AirwaysAll Nippon Airways
, also known as or ANA, is one of the largest airlines in Japan. It is headquartered at the Shiodome City Center in the Shiodome area in Minato, Tokyo, Japan. It operates services to 49 destinations in Japan and 35 international routes and employed over 14,000 employees as of May 2009...
is the launch customer, with the first one of five 737-700ERs delivered on February 16, 2007. The 737-700ER is a mainline
Mainline (flight)
A mainline flight is a flight operated by an airline's main operating unit, rather than by regional alliances, regional code-shares or regional subsidiaries...
passenger version of the BBJ1 and 737-700IGW. It combines the 737-700 fuselage with the wings and landing gear of a 737-800. It will offer a range of 5510 nautical miles (10,204.5 km), with seating for 126 passengers in a traditional two-class configuration. A competitor to this model would be the A319LR. The 737-700ER has the second longest range for a 737 after the BBJ2. The 737-700ER is inspired by the Boeing Business Jet and is designed for long-range
Range (aircraft)
The maximal total range is the distance an aircraft can fly between takeoff and landing, as limited by fuel capacity in powered aircraft, or cross-country speed and environmental conditions in unpowered aircraft....
commercial applications.
All Nippon Airways, Japan’s second biggest carrier, is to pioneer the model in Asia with a daily service between Tokyo and Mumbai. ANA’s service, believed to be the first all-business class route connecting to a developing country, was to start in September 2007 and use a Boeing 737-700ERs outfitted with 38 (38 Club ANA) and 48 (24 Club ANA/24 Economy) in four-across seats configuration and an extra fuel tank. A total of 1,048 -700, 106 -700 BBJ, and 14 -700C aircraft have been delivered as of January 2011.
737-800
McDonnell Douglas MD-90
The McDonnell Douglas MD-90 is a twin-engine, short- to medium-range, single-aisle commercial jet aircraft. The MD-90 was developed from the MD-80 series. Differences from the MD-80 include more fuel efficient International Aero Engines V2500 engines and a longer fuselage...
following Boeing's merger with McDonnell Douglas. The -800 was launched by Hapag-Lloyd Flug
Hapagfly
Hapag-Lloyd Flug was an airline based in Langenhagen, Lower Saxony, Germany. It operated scheduled and charter passenger flights, mainly to holiday resorts in Europe...
(now TUIfly
TUIfly
TUIfly Vermarktungs GmbH is an airline based at Hannover Airport in Langenhagen, Lower Saxony, Germany. The airline offers both charter and scheduled low-cost flights. About 60% of all seats are sold directly, 30% as a part of a TUI holiday package and 10% by other agencies...
) in 1994 and entered service in 1998. The 737-800 seats 162 passengers in a two-class layout, or 189 in one class, and competes with the A320. For many airlines in the U.S., the 737-800 replaced aging Boeing 727-200
Boeing 727
The Boeing 727 is a mid-size, narrow-body, three-engine, T-tailed commercial jet airliner, manufactured by Boeing. The Boeing 727 first flew in 1963, and for over a decade more were built per year than any other jet airliner. When production ended in 1984 a total of 1,832 aircraft had been produced...
trijet
Trijet
A Trijet is an aircraft powered by three jet engines. Early twin-jet designs were limited by the FAA's "60-minute rule", whereby the flight path of twin-engined jetliners was restricted to within 60 minutes' flying time from a suitable airport, in case of engine failure. In 1964 this rule was...
s.
The 737-800 is also among the models replacing the McDonnell Douglas MD-80 and MD-90
McDonnell Douglas MD-90
The McDonnell Douglas MD-90 is a twin-engine, short- to medium-range, single-aisle commercial jet aircraft. The MD-90 was developed from the MD-80 series. Differences from the MD-80 include more fuel efficient International Aero Engines V2500 engines and a longer fuselage...
series aircraft in airline service; it burns 850 gallons (3,217.6 l) of jet fuel per hour, or about 80% of the fuel needed by an MD-80 on a comparable flight, even while carrying more passengers than the latter. According to the Airline Monitor, an industry publication, a 737-800 burns 4.88 gallons (18.5 l) of fuel per seat per hour. Alaska Airlines
Alaska Airlines
Alaska Airlines is an airline based in the Seattle suburb of SeaTac, Washington in the United States. The airline originated in 1932 as McGee Airways. After many mergers with and acquisitions of other airlines, including Star Air Service, it became known as Alaska Airlines in 1944...
replaced the MD-80 with the 737-800, saving $2,000 per flight, assuming jet fuel prices of $4 per gallon. The fuel cost of each such flight (2008 prices) on a 737-800 is about $8,500.00.
On 14 August 2008, American Airlines
American Airlines
American Airlines, Inc. is the world's fourth-largest airline in passenger miles transported and operating revenues. American Airlines is a subsidiary of the AMR Corporation and is headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas adjacent to its largest hub at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport...
announced 26 orders for the 737-800 (20 are exercised options from previously signed contracts and six are new incremental orders) as well as accelerated deliveries. A total of 2,135 -800, and 16 -800 BBJ aircraft have been delivered with 1,521 unfilled orders as of January 2011. Ryanair
Ryanair
Ryanair is an Irish low-cost airline. Its head office is at Dublin Airport and its primary operational bases at Dublin Airport and London Stansted Airport....
, an Irish low-cost airline is one of the largest operators of the Boeing 737-800, with a fleet of 272 aircraft serving more than 1,000 routes across Europe and North Africa.
737-900
Boeing later introduced the 737-900, the longest variant to date. Because the -900 retains the same exit configuration of the -800, seating capacity is limited to 177 seats in two classes, or 189 in a single-class layout. Alaska AirlinesAlaska Airlines
Alaska Airlines is an airline based in the Seattle suburb of SeaTac, Washington in the United States. The airline originated in 1932 as McGee Airways. After many mergers with and acquisitions of other airlines, including Star Air Service, it became known as Alaska Airlines in 1944...
launched the 737-900 in 1997 and accepted delivery on May 15, 2001. The 737-900 also retains the MTOW and fuel capacity of the -800, trading range for payload. These shortcomings until recently prevented the 737-900 from effectively competing with the Airbus A321
Airbus A320 family
The Airbus A320 family is a family of short- to medium-range, narrow-body, commercial passenger jet airliners manufactured by Airbus Industrie.Airbus was originally a consortium of European aerospace companies, and is now fully owned by EADS. Airbus's name has been Airbus SAS since 2001...
.
737-900ER
The 737-900ER, which was called the 737-900X prior to launch, is the newest addition and the largest variant of the Boeing 737 line and was introduced to meet the range and passenger capacity of the discontinued 757-200Boeing 757
The Boeing 757 is a mid-size, narrow-body twin-engine jet airliner manufactured by Boeing Commercial Airplanes. Passenger versions of the twinjet have a capacity of 186 to 289 persons and a maximum range of , depending on variant and cabin configuration...
and to directly compete with the Airbus A321
Airbus A320 family
The Airbus A320 family is a family of short- to medium-range, narrow-body, commercial passenger jet airliners manufactured by Airbus Industrie.Airbus was originally a consortium of European aerospace companies, and is now fully owned by EADS. Airbus's name has been Airbus SAS since 2001...
.
An additional pair of exit doors and a flat rear pressure bulkhead
Rear pressure bulkhead
The aft pressure bulkhead is a component of all large commercial aircraft. It is an airtight bulkhead located between the cabin and the tail of the aircraft. Its purpose is to seal the rear of the plane and thus maintain cabin pressure, and as such it is a vital part of the aircraft.Japan...
increase seating capacity to 180 passengers in a 2-class configuration or 215 passengers in a single-class layout. Additional fuel capacity and standard winglets improve range to that of other 737NG variants.
The first 737-900ER was rolled out of the Renton, Washington
Renton, Washington
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factory on August 8, 2006 for its launch customer, Lion Air
Lion Air
Not to be confused with the Sri Lankan airline Lionair.PT Lion Mentari Airlines, operating as Lion Air, is Indonesia’s largest private carrier and Asia’s first hybrid carrier which offers both economy and business-class seating, based in Jakarta, Indonesia. Lion Air also flies to Singapore,...
. Lion Air received this aircraft on April 27, 2007 in a special dual paint scheme combining the Lion Air lion on the vertical stabilizer and the Boeing livery colors on the fuselage. Lion Air has orders for 166 737-900ERs as of August 2011.
On August 22, 2011, it was reported that Delta Air Lines
Delta Air Lines
Delta Air Lines, Inc. is a major airline based in the United States and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. The airline operates an extensive domestic and international network serving all continents except Antarctica. Delta and its subsidiaries operate over 4,000 flights every day...
had placed an order for 100 737-900ERs, the largest single order for the type.
A total of 52 -900s, 82 -900ERs, and 6 -900 BBJs have been delivered with 183 unfilled orders as of January 2011.
Military models
- Boeing 737 AEW&C – The Boeing 737 AEW&C is a 737-700IGW roughly similar to the 737-700ER. This is an Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) version of the 737NG. AustraliaRoyal Australian Air ForceThe Royal Australian Air Force is the air force branch of the Australian Defence Force. The RAAF was formed in March 1921. It continues the traditions of the Australian Flying Corps , which was formed on 22 October 1912. The RAAF has taken part in many of the 20th century's major conflicts...
is the first customer (as Project Wedgetail), followed by TurkeyTurkeyTurkey , known officially as the Republic of Turkey , is a Eurasian country located in Western Asia and in East Thrace in Southeastern Europe...
and South Korea.
- C-40 ClipperC-40 Clipper-See also:-External links:* - retrieved 20 December 2006* - retrieved 20 December 2006* - retrieved 20 December 2006* *...
– The C-40A Clipper is a 737-700C used by the U.S. NavyUnited States NavyThe United States Navy is the naval warfare service branch of the United States Armed Forces and one of the seven uniformed services of the United States. The U.S. Navy is the largest in the world; its battle fleet tonnage is greater than that of the next 13 largest navies combined. The U.S...
as a replacement for the C-9B Skytrain II. The C-40B and C-40C are used by the US Air Force for transport of GeneralGeneralA general officer is an officer of high military rank, usually in the army, and in some nations, the air force. The term is widely used by many nations of the world, and when a country uses a different term, there is an equivalent title given....
s and other senior leaders.
- P-8 Poseidon – The P-8 Poseidon is a 737-800ERX ("Extended Range") that, on June 14, 2004, was selected to replace the Lockheed P-3 Orion maritime patrol aircraft. The P-8 is unique in that it has 767-400ERBoeing 767The Boeing 767 is a mid-size, wide-body twin-engine jet airliner built by Boeing Commercial Airplanes. It was the manufacturer's first wide-body twinjet and its first airliner with a two-crew glass cockpit. The aircraft features two turbofan engines, a supercritical wing, and a conventional tail...
-style raked wingtips, instead of the blended winglets available on 737NG variants.
Boeing Business Jet
Plans for a business jet version of the 737 are not new. In the late 1980s, Boeing marketed the Boeing 77-33 jet, a business jet version of the 737-300. The name was short-lived. After the introduction of the next generation series, Boeing introduced the Boeing Business Jet (BBJ) series. The BBJ1 was similar in dimensions to the 737-700 but had additional features, including stronger wings and landing gear from the 737-800, and has increased range (through the use of extra fuel tanks) over the other 737 models. The first BBJ rolled out on August 11, 1998 and flew for the first time on September 4.On October 11, 1999 Boeing launched the BBJ2. Based on the 737-800, it is 5.84 m (19 ft 2 in) longer than the BBJ, with 25% more cabin space and twice the baggage space, but has slightly reduced range. It is also fitted with auxiliary belly fuel tanks and winglets. The first BBJ2 was delivered on February 28, 2001.
Operators
As of July 2010, 3,119 Boeing 737 Next Generation aircraft were in commercial service. This includes 62 -600s, 1,019 -700s, 1,915 -800s and 123 -900s.Orders and deliveries
| Model Series | 737-600 | 69 | 69 | 10 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 6 | 24 | 8 | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 737-700 | 1,384 | 313 | 1,071 | 35 | 23 | 51 | 61 | 101 | 103 | 93 | 109 | 80 | 71 | 85 | 75 | 96 | 85 | 3 | |
| 737-700C | 15 | 15 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | |||||||||
| 737-700W | 14 | 14 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | ||||||||||
| 737-800 | 3,892 | 1,560 | 2,332 | 222 | 323 | 283 | 190 | 214 | 172 | 104 | 78 | 69 | 126 | 168 | 185 | 133 | 65 | ||
| 737-800A | 22 | 12 | 10 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 2 | ||||||||||||
| 737-900 | 52 | 52 | 6 | 6 | 11 | 8 | 21 | ||||||||||||
| 737-900ER | 413 | 316 | 97 | 15 | 15 | 28 | 30 | 9 | |||||||||||
| Total | 5,861 | 2,201 | 3,660 | 277 | 366 | 367 | 284 | 324 | 291 | 208 | 199 | 167 | 213 | 281 | 269 | 253 | 158 | 3 | |
| Business Jet | |||||||||||||||||||
| 737-700BBJ | 114 | 9 | 105 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 9 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 8 | 13 | 11 | 25 | 8 | ||
| 737-800BBJ | 20 | 4 | 16 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 5 | |||||||||
| 737-900BBJ | 7 | 1 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | |||||||||||||
| Total | 141 | 15 | 126 | 4 | 10 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 11 | 4 | 3 | 6 | 10 | 18 | 11 | 25 | 8 | ||
| Grand Total | 6,002 | 2,216 | 3,786 | 281 | 376 | 372 | 290 | 330 | 302 | 212 | 202 | 173 | 223 | 299 | 280 | 278 | 166 | 3 |
Data through September 2011. Updated on 8 October 2011.
Accidents and incidents
Aviation Safety Network
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, the Boeing 737 Next Generation series of aircraft have been involved in 8 hull-loss accidents and 7 hijackings
Aircraft hijacking
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, for a total of fatalities
Death
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.
Notable accidents and incidents
|event=Southwest Airlines Flight 1248Southwest Airlines Flight 1248
Southwest Airlines Flight 1248 was a scheduled passenger flight from Baltimore-Washington International Airport, in Baltimore, Maryland, to Chicago Midway International Airport, in Chicago, Illinois, to Salt Lake City International Airport in Salt Lake City, Utah, and then to McCarran...
, a 737-700, skidded off a runway upon landing at Chicago Midway International Airport in heavy snow conditions. A six-year old boy died in a car struck by the airliner after it skidded into a street. Passengers on board the aircraft and on the ground reported several minor injuries. The aircraft involved, N471WN, became N286WN after repairs. }}|event= Gol Transportes Aéreos Flight 1907
Gol Transportes Aéreos Flight 1907
Gol Transportes Aéreos Flight 1907 was a Boeing 737-8EH, registration PR-GTD, on a scheduled passenger flight from Manaus, Brazil, to Rio de Janeiro. On 29 September 2006, just before 17:00 BRT, it collided in midair with an Embraer Legacy business jet over the Brazilian state of Mato Grosso...
, a 737-800 Brazil
Brazil
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ian airliner with 154 people on board crashed following a midair collision with an Embraer Legacy 600. All on board the 737-800 were killed. The Legacy landed safely at a Brazilian Air Force Base.}}|event= Kenya Airways Flight 507
Kenya Airways Flight 507
Kenya Airways Flight 507 was a scheduled Abidjan–Douala–Nairobi passenger service, operated with a Boeing 737-8AL, that crashed in the initial stage of its second leg on , immediately after takeoff from Douala International Airport...
, a 737-800 carrying 105 passengers and nine crew lost contact and crashed into a swamp on a flight to Nairobi
Nairobi
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, Kenya
Kenya
Kenya , officially known as the Republic of Kenya, is a country in East Africa that lies on the equator, with the Indian Ocean to its south-east...
from Abidjan
Abidjan
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, Ivory Coast
Côte d'Ivoire
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, after making a scheduled stop at Douala
Douala
Douala is the largest city in Cameroon and the capital of Cameroon's Littoral Province. Home to Cameroon's largest port and its major international airport, Douala International Airport, it is the commercial capital of the country...
, Cameroon
Cameroon
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. There were no survivors.}}|event= China Airlines Flight 120
China Airlines Flight 120
China Airlines Flight 120 was a regularly scheduled flight from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport in Taoyuan County, Taiwan to Naha Airport in Okinawa, Japan. On August 20, 2007, the Boeing 737-800 aircraft operating the flight caught fire and exploded after landing and taxiing to the gate area...
, a Boeing 737-800 inbound from Taipei
Taipei
Taipei City is the capital of the Republic of China and the central city of the largest metropolitan area of Taiwan. Situated at the northern tip of the island, Taipei is located on the Tamsui River, and is about 25 km southwest of Keelung, its port on the Pacific Ocean...
, caught fire shortly after landing at Naha Airport in Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. There were no fatalities. Following this incident, the FAA issued an Emergency Airworthiness Directive
Emergency Airworthiness Directive
An Emergency Airworthiness Directive is a directive issued when an unsafe condition exists that requires immediate action by an aircraft owner or operator. EADs are published by a responsible authorities such as FOCA, EASA or FAA related to airworthiness and maintenance of aircraft and aircraft...
(EAD) on August 25 ordering inspection of all Boeing 737NG series aircraft for loose components in the wing leading edge slats within 24 days. On 28 August, after initial reports from these inspections, the FAA issued a further EAD requiring a detailed or borescope
Borescope
A borescope is an optical device consisting of a rigid or flexible tube with an eyepiece on one end, an objective lens on the other linked together by a relay optical system in between. The optical system is usually surrounded by optical fibers used for illumination of the remote object...
inspection within 10 days, and an explicit tightening of a nut-and-bolt assembly within 24 days. }}
Ryanair Flight 4102
Ryanair Flight 4102 was a flight operated by a Boeing 737-8AS, registered EI-DYG, from Frankfurt-Hahn Airport, Germany, to Rome Ciampino Airport, Italy, that, on 10 November 2008 suffered multiple bird strikes...
, a Boeing 737-800 from Frankfurt-Hahn
Frankfurt-Hahn Airport
-Cargo airlines:-Other facilities:AirIT Services AG, a subsidiary of Fraport, has its head office in Building 663 at Hahn Airport.-References:*Active Air Force Bases Within the United States of America on 17 September 1982 USAF Reference Series, Office of Air Force History, United States Air Force,...
suffered substantial damage in an emergency landing at Ciampino Airport, Rome
Rome
Rome is the capital of Italy and the country's largest and most populated city and comune, with over 2.7 million residents in . The city is located in the central-western portion of the Italian Peninsula, on the Tiber River within the Lazio region of Italy.Rome's history spans two and a half...
. The cause of the accident was stated to be birdstrikes affecting both engines. The port undercarriage of the 737 collapsed. The aircraft involved was Boeing 737-8AS EI-DYG (c/n33639, msn 2557). Of the six crew and 166 passengers on board, two crew and eight passengers were taken to hospital with minor injuries. As well as damage to the engines and undercarriage, the rear fuselage was also damaged by contact with the runway. }}|event= Turkish Airlines Flight 1951
Turkish Airlines Flight 1951
Turkish Airlines Flight 1951 was a passenger flight which crashed during landing to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, Netherlands, on 25 February 2009, killing nine passengers and crew including all three pilots....
, a Boeing 737-800 coming from Istanbul, crashed during landing into a field near the Polderbaan at Schiphol airport, Amsterdam
Amsterdam
Amsterdam is the largest city and the capital of the Netherlands. The current position of Amsterdam as capital city of the Kingdom of the Netherlands is governed by the constitution of August 24, 1815 and its successors. Amsterdam has a population of 783,364 within city limits, an urban population...
. The fuselage broke into three pieces after the crash and the engine pylons separated. Of the 135 passengers and crew, there were nine fatalities: five passengers and four crew members (including both pilots and a pilot-in-training), and 84 people suffered injuries. Preliminary crash investigations focused on a malfunctioning left radio altimeter, which may have resulted in false altitude information causing the autothrottle
Autothrottle
An autothrottle allows a pilot to control the power setting of an aircraft's engines by specifying a desired flight characteristic, rather than manually controlling fuel flow...
to reduce power.|event= American Airlines Flight 331
American Airlines Flight 331
American Airlines Flight 331 was a scheduled international flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport in Washington DC to Kingston, Jamaica, via Miami, carrying 148 passengers and six crew, which overran the runway during a landing hampered by poor weather...
, a Boeing 737-800 (registration N977AN) overran the runway at Norman Manley International Airport in Kingston Jamaica. The aircraft, registration N977AN, overran the runway during a landing hampered by poor weather. The plane continued on the ground outside the airport perimeter and broke apart causing injuries. All 154 persons on board survived. }}|event= Ethiopian Airlines Flight 409
Ethiopian Airlines Flight 409
Ethiopian Airlines Flight 409 was an international scheduled Beirut–Addis Ababa passenger service that plunged into the Mediterranean Sea shortly after take-off from Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport on , killing all 90 people on board.-Aircraft:...
, a 737-800, crashed into the Mediterranean Sea
Mediterranean Sea
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shortly after take-off from Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport
Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport
Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport is located 9 km from the city centre in the southern suburbs of Beirut, Lebanon and is the only operational commercial airport in the country. It is the hub for Lebanon's national carrier, Middle East Airlines...
. The flight had 90 passengers and 8 crew, 50 passengers of which were Lebanese, and was bound for the Ethiopia
Ethiopia
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n capital of Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa
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. There were no survivors. }}|event= Air India Express Flight 812
Air India Express Flight 812
Air India Express Flight 812 was a scheduled passenger service from Dubai to Mangalore which at around 01:00 UTC on 22 May 2010, overshot the runway on landing, fell over a cliff and caught fire, spreading wreckage across the surrounding hillside...
, a 737-800, overran the runway on landing at Mangalore International Airport
Mangalore International Airport
Mangalore Airport, formerly known as Bajpe Airport, is a domestic and customs airport serving the coastal city of Mangalore, India...
, killing 158 passengers including six crew on board. There were eight survivors. The airliner overran beyond the middle of the runway hitting the antenna and crashed through the fence at the end of the runway going into the valley 200 feet below. Although the 8,000 ft runway is sufficient for landing there was no bare land at the end of the runway on the table top airport to account for mistakes. }}|event= AIRES Flight 8250
AIRES Flight 8250
AIRES Flight 8250 was a domestic scheduled passenger flight which crashed on August 16, 2010 on the Colombian island of San Andrés, in the Caribbean, with two fatalities. The aircraft, an AIRES-operated Boeing 737-73V, was en-route from the Colombian capital Bogota when it crashed while attempting...
, a 737-700, crashed and split into three pieces on the Colombian island of San Andres. There was no fire and two fatalities reported. }}|event= an attempt was made to hijack
Aircraft hijacking
Aircraft hijacking is the unlawful seizure of an aircraft by an individual or a group. In most cases, the pilot is forced to fly according to the orders of the hijackers. Occasionally, however, the hijackers have flown the aircraft themselves, such as the September 11 attacks of 2001...
Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
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Flight 1754 from Gardermoen Airport
Oslo Airport, Gardermoen
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, Oslo
Oslo
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to Ataturk International Airport
Atatürk International Airport
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, Istanbul
Istanbul
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. The hijacker was overpowered by other passengers on the flight and was arrested when the aircraft landed. The flight was being operated by Boeing 737-800 TC-JGZ. }}|event= Caribbean Airlines Flight 523
Caribbean Airlines Flight 523
Caribbean Airlines Flight 523 was a flight from New York to Georgetown, Guyana with a stopover in Port of Spain, Trinidad on 30 July 2011. The flight was under command of Captain Fareed Dean, 51, with 25 years of experience and First Officer Jason Naipaul, 23...
, a 737-800, overran the runway in rainy weather and crashed through the perimeter fence while landing at the Cheddi Jagan International Airport
Cheddi Jagan International Airport
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in Guyana. The aircraft broke into two at around the first class area. Several passengers were injured with at least two passengers suffering broken legs, and others received lacerations and other minor injuries. }} Caribbean Airlines confirmed 157 passengers and 6 crew members were on board. }}
Specifications
| 737-600 | 737-700 / 737-700ER |
737-800 | 737-900ER | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cockpit crew | Two | ||||
| Seating capacity | 130 (1-class, dense) 123 (1-class, typical) 108 (2-class, typical) |
148 (1-class, dense) 140 (1-class, typical) 128 (2-class, typical) |
189 (1-class, dense) 175 (1-class, typical) 160 (2-class, typical) |
215 (1-class, high density) 204 (1-class, dense) 174 (2-class, typical) |
|
| Seat pitch | 30 in (76.2 cm) (1-class, dense) 32 in (81.3 cm) (1-class, typical) 36 in (91.4 cm) & 32 in (81.3 cm) (2-class, typical) |
28 in (71.1 cm) (1-class, high density) 30 in (76.2 cm) (1-class, dense) 36 in (91.4 cm) & 32 in (81.3 cm) (2-class, typical) |
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| Seat width | 17.2 in (1-class, 6 abreast seating) | ||||
| Overall length | 102 ft 6 in (31.2 m) | | 110 ft 4 in (33.6 m) | 129 ft 6 in (39.5 m) | 138 ft 2 in (42.1 m) | |
| Wingspan | 117 ft 5 in (35.7 m) | ||||
| Overall height | 41 ft 3 in (12.6 m) | 41 ft 2 in (12.5 m) | |||
| Wing sweepback | 25.02° (437 mrad) | ||||
| Wing aspect ratio | 9.45 | ||||
| Fuselage width | 12 ft 4 in (3.76 m) | ||||
| Fuselage Height | 13 ft 2 in (4.01 m) | ||||
| Maximum cabin width | 11 ft 7 in (3.54 m) | ||||
| 7 ft 3 in (2.20 m) | |||||
| 80,031 lb (36,378 kg) | 84,100 lb (38,147 kg) | 91,108 lb (41,413 kg) | 98,495 lb (44,676 kg) | ||
| 145,500 lb (66,000 kg) | Basic: 154,500 lb (70,080 kg) ER: 171,000 lb (77,565 kg) |
174,200 lb (79,010 kg) | 187,700 lb (85,130 kg) | ||
| 121,500 lb (55,112 kg) | 128,928 lb (58,604 kg) | 146,300 lb (66,361 kg) | |||
| 756 ft³ (21.4 m³) | 966 ft³ (27.3 m³) | 1,591 ft³ (45.1 m³) | 1,852 ft³ (52.5 m³) | ||
| 5,741 ft (1,750 m) | Basic: 5,249 ft (1,600 m) ER: 6,890 ft (2,100 m) |
7,874 ft (2,400 m) | 9,843 ft (3,000 m) | ||
| 41,000 ft (12,500 m) | |||||
| Mach Mach number Mach number is the speed of an object moving through air, or any other fluid substance, divided by the speed of sound as it is in that substance for its particular physical conditions, including those of temperature and pressure... 0.785 (514 mph, 828 km/h) |
0.78 (511 mph, 823 km/h) | ||||
| Mach 0.82 (544 mph, 876 km/h, 473 kt) | |||||
| Basic: 3,050 NM (5,648 km) WL: 3,225 NM (5,970 km) |
Basic: 3,365 NM (6,230 km) WL: 3,440 NM (6,370 km) ER: 5,775 NM (10,695 km) in 1 class layout with 9 aux. tanks |
Basic: 3,060 NM (5,665 km) WL: 3,115 NM (5,765 km) |
Basic: 2,700 NM (4,996 km) in 1 class layout Basic: 3,200 NM (5,925 km) in 2 class layout with 2 aux. tanks WL: 3,265 NM (6,045 km) in 2 class layout with 2 aux. tanks |
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| 6,875 US gal (26,020 L) | 7,837 US gal (29,660 L) | ||||
| CFM 56-7B20 | CFM 56-7B26 | CFM 56-7B27 | CFM 56-7B27 | ||
| 22,700 lbf (101.0 kN) | 26,300 lbf (117.0 kN) | 27,300 lbf (121.4 kN) | |||
| 5,210 lbf (23.18 kN) | 5,480 lbf (24.38 kN) | ||||
| Fan tip diameter | 61 in (1.55 m) | ||||
| Engine length | 98.7 in (2.51 m) | ||||
| Engine ground clearance | 18 in (46 cm) | 19 in (48 cm) | |||
Sources: Boeing 737 Specifications, 737 Airport Planning Report