An American Airlines Boeing 737-800 at the gate at night, with its signature tail and winglets visible under ramp lights.
© Bradley Firestone
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An American Airlines Boeing 737-800 at the gate at night, with its signature tail and winglets visible under ramp lights.
Aircraft identity
ICAO Type
B738
Model
737-800
Manufacturer
Boeing
Airline
American Airlines
Airline Code
AAL / AA
Livery
American Airlines standard livery (post-2013)
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
CFM56-7B
Thrust
121.4 kN (27,300 lbf) per engine
Wingspan
35.8 m
Length
39.5 m
Height
12.5 m
MTOW
79,000 kg
Range
5,765 km
Capacity
162–189 passengers
Cruise Speed
842 km/h
Noise Rating
ICAO Chapter 4 compliant; typical approach 85–88 dB
Location
Airport Code
MIA/KMIA
Airport Name
Miami International Airport