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Boeing 737-200 ​

Boeing · B732

Early 737 variant from the "Original" series. Became hugely popular in the 1980s. A few still fly cargo in developing regions.

Large-category jet with 2 engines that cruises at about 430 kts. Requires about 13.4k ft of field length for takeoff.

2x JetLargeRECAT DFL370 ceilingILS capable

Boeing 737-200

Photo: Michael Roeser Collection · GFDL 1.2 · Wikimedia Commons

Performance ​

ParameterValue
Engines2 x Jet
Weight classLarge (L)
RECAT-EU categoryD (Upper medium)
Service ceiling37,000 ft (FL370)
Max climb rate1,500 fpm
Max descent rate3,500 fpm

Speed envelope ​

Speeds are approximate true airspeed (TAS). At cruise altitude, the Mach number is the governing limit where shown.

ParameterValue
Minimum speed140 kts
Landing speed130 kts
Cruise speed~430 kts TAS
Maximum speed~509 kts TAS

Runway requirements ​

Field lengths used in the simulation for takeoff/landing calculations.

ParameterValue
Takeoff field length13,367 ft / 2.20 nm / 4,074 m
Landing field length8,203 ft / 1.35 nm / 2,500 m

Equipment ​

CapabilityStatus
ILS approachesYes
Fix navigationYes
SRS category3
LAHSO category7

Where you'll see it ​

The Boeing 737-200 is a narrowbody jet used on domestic and short-haul international routes. One of the most common types in busy approach and center airspaces worldwide.


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