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Boeing 737-700

Boeing · B737

The 737-700, a popular next-generation variant. Southwest Airlines operates a large fleet. Compact enough for shorter routes.

Large-category jet with 2 engines. Cruises around 460 kts. Requires about 12.4k ft of field length for takeoff.

2x JetLargeRECAT DFL410 ceilingILS capable

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

ParameterValue
Minimum speed110 kts
Landing speed125 kts
Cruise speed460 kts
Maximum speed525 kts

Runway requirements

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

ParameterValue
Takeoff field length12,407 ft (2.04 nm)
Landing field length8,336 ft (1.37 nm)

Equipment

CapabilityStatus
ILS approachesYes
Fix navigationYes
SRS category3
LAHSO category8

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