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Boeing 737-600

Boeing · B736

First of the next-generation 737s. SAS and WestJet were early customers. Less common than its bigger siblings.

A RECAT D jet with 2 engines that cruises at about 460 kts.

2x JetLargeRECAT DFL410 ceilingILS capable

Boeing 737-600

Photo: Adrian Pingstone · Public domain · Wikimedia Commons

Performance

ParameterValue
Engines2 x Jet
Weight classLarge (L)
RECAT-EU categoryD (Upper medium)
Service ceiling41,000 ft (FL410)
Max climb rate3,000 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 speed110 kts
Landing speed125 kts
Cruise speed~460 kts TAS
Maximum speed~525 kts TAS

Runway requirements

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

ParameterValue
Takeoff field length11,405 ft / 1.88 nm / 3,476 m
Landing field length7,704 ft / 1.27 nm / 2,348 m

Equipment

CapabilityStatus
ILS approachesYes
Fix navigationYes
SRS category3
LAHSO category7

Where you'll see it

The Boeing 737-600 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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