ManufacturerBoeing Commercial Airplanes
Variant Shown737-800 Next Generation
Family737 Next Generation (737-600 / -700 / -800 / -900)
First Flight / Introduction737NG program introduced in the 1990s; 737-800 launched Sept. 5, 1994
Entry Into Service1998
Body TypeSingle-aisle narrow-body jet
RoleShort / medium-haul commercial transport
Length39.5 m
Height12.5 m
Wingspan35.8 m
Fuselage Width3.76 m maximum exterior width
Wing Area125.0 m² (approx.)
MTOW79.010 t
MLW66.361 t (baseline reference)
MZFW62.731 t
Operating Empty Weight41.412 t (baseline reference)
Fuel Capacity26,020 L class reference
MMOM0.82
Cruise SpeedMach 0.785
RangeUp to 2,800 nmi
Max Seating189 PAX
Service Ceiling41,000 ft
Takeoff Field LengthConfiguration / operating-condition dependent
Flight Crew2 pilots
Cabin CrewConfiguration-dependent
PropulsionTwin turbofan
Engine Options2 × CFM International CFM56-7B
Aircraft Delivered737NG is a legacy production family; aircraft remain in fleets worldwide
Main CompetitorAirbus A320 family
Notable OperatorsAirlines worldwide; specific fleets vary by operator
Boeing 737NG common flight deck across the family.
Conventional large-displacement flight controls; pilot controls are mechanically interlinked.
Advanced navigation and RNP capability; certified to RNP 0.10 nmi with required equipment.
Boeing Flight Management System / FMC architecture; modern BFMS available as a retrofit.
Blended winglets available and widely used; improve aerodynamic efficiency, range and fuel economy.
