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A Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 max & in the rare classic Desert Gold livery climbs after takeoff, basked in golden sunlight.
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Spotter's notes
The Desert Gold livery is highly sought after by aviation photographers and will be missed in the skies as the last examples are repainted.
Aircraft identity
Registration
N871HK
ICAO Type
B38M
Model
737 Max 8
Manufacturer
Boeing
Airline
Southwest Airlines
Airline Code
SWA / WN
Livery
Southwest Airlines Desert Gold classic livery
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
CFM International CFM56-7B
Thrust
121.4 kN (27,300 lbf) per engine
Wingspan
35.8 meters
Length
33.6 meters
Height
12.5 meters
MTOW
70,080 kg
Range
6,370 km
Capacity
143 passengers
Cruise Speed
828 km/h
Noise Rating
ICAO Chapter 3 compliant (~85-90 EPNdB on approach)