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Southwest Airlines Boeing 737-800 'Freedom One' soaring in special U.S. Flag livery—a prized catch for spotters.

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📝 Spotter's notes

This livery debuted in 2021 to commemorate Southwest’s 50th anniversary, with a Stars and Stripes design over the entire airframe.

✈️ Aircraft identity

Registration N500WR
ICAO Type B737
Model 737-8H4 (737-800)
Manufacturer Boeing
Airline Southwest Airlines
Airline Code SWA / WN
Livery Freedom One (U.S. Flag special livery)
Military Civilian

🔧 Technicals

Engine CFM56-7B
Thrust 121.4 kN (27,300 lbf)
Wingspan 35.8 m
Length 39.5 m
Height 12.5 m
MTOW 79,015 kg
Range 5,765 km
Capacity 175 passengers
Cruise Speed 842 km/h
Noise Rating Chapter 4 (ICAO), ~85-89 dB on takeoff