737 new generation
The Boeing 737 Next Generation (NG) is a series of narrow-body, commercial airliners produced by Boeing Commercial Airplanes. The 737 NG is a development of the earlier 737-300/400/500 series, and it features a number of improvements and upgrades.
Here are some key features of the Boeing 737 Next Generation:
Design and Development
The 737 NG was designed to be more efficient, quieter, and more comfortable than its predecessors. It features a new wing design, improved engines, and a more efficient airframe.
Models
The 737 NG family includes several models, each with its own unique features and capabilities:
- 737-600: 108 passengers, 6,000 nautical miles (11,110 km) range
- 737-700: 122 passengers, 6,500 nautical miles (12,040 km) range
- 737-800: 160 passengers, 7,000 nautical miles (12,964 km) range
- 737-900ER: 215 passengers, 7,900 nautical miles (14,630 km) range
Improvements
The 737 NG features a number of improvements over its predecessors, including:
- More efficient engines: The 737 NG is powered by the CFM56-7B or the International Aero Engines V2500-A5 engines, which provide better fuel efficiency and lower emissions.
- Improved wing design: The 737 NG has a more efficient wing design, which reduces drag and improves lift.
- New avionics: The 737 NG features a new avionics system, which includes a glass cockpit and improved navigation and communication systems.
- Increased cabin width: The 737 NG has a wider cabin than its predecessors, which provides more space for passengers and cargo.
- Improved noise reduction: The 737 NG features noise-reducing technologies, such as raked wingtips and improved engine design, which reduce noise levels during takeoff and landing.
Operators
The 737 NG is operated by many airlines around the world, including:
- American Airlines
- Delta Air Lines
- United Airlines
- Southwest Airlines
- Ryanair
- AirAsia
- China Southern Airlines
- China Eastern Airlines
Orders and Deliveries
As of 2022, Boeing has delivered over 7,000 737 NG aircraft to customers around the world. The 737 NG is one of the most popular commercial airliners in the world, and it continues to be a key part of many airlines' fleets.