Boeing 737-500
Boeing · B735
Shortest-fuselage 737 classic. Southwest Airlines and Aloha Airlines were notable operators on high-frequency routes.
A large twin-engine jet. Requires about 16.0k ft of field length for takeoff. Has a wide speed range from 130 to 492 kts.
2x JetLargeRECAT DFL370 ceilingILS capable
Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Engines | 2 x Jet |
| Weight class | Large (L) |
| RECAT-EU category | D (Upper medium) |
| Service ceiling | 37,000 ft (FL370) |
| Max climb rate | 3,000 fpm |
| Max descent rate | 3,500 fpm |
Speed envelope
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Minimum speed | 130 kts |
| Landing speed | 140 kts |
| Cruise speed | 430 kts |
| Maximum speed | 492 kts |
Runway requirements
Field lengths used in the simulation for takeoff/landing calculations.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Takeoff field length | 15,998 ft (2.63 nm) |
| Landing field length | 8,239 ft (1.36 nm) |
Equipment
| Capability | Status |
|---|---|
| ILS approaches | Yes |
| Fix navigation | Yes |
| SRS category | 3 |
| LAHSO category | 7 |