The Boeing 737-800 is a popular, short-to-medium-range, twin-engine narrow-body airliner. It's part of the 737 Next Generation (NG) family, known for its reliability and fuel efficiency.
Here are some key characteristics:
- Capacity: Typically seats between 162 and 189 passengers in a two-class or single-class configuration, respectively.
- Range: Can fly approximately 3,115 nautical miles (5,765 km).
- Engines: Powered by two CFM56 turbofan engines.
- Speed: Cruising speed is around Mach 0.785 (about 514 mph or 828 km/h).
- Dimensions: It has a wingspan of about 35.8 meters (117 ft 5 in) and a length of 39.5 meters (129 ft 6 in).
- Key Features: It features an updated wing design, more powerful engines, and a modernized flight deck compared to earlier 737 models. Many also feature Boeing's "Sky Interior" with sculpted sidewalls, larger pivot bins, and LED lighting.
It's a workhorse for many airlines worldwide, used for both domestic and international routes.
