N465TW

The airframe bearing tail number N465TW is a Boeing 737-205 (737-200 Advanced) built in 1986 with manufacturer serial number 23465. The airframe is registered in the US and is recorded as owned by Sierra American Corp, a corporation based in Wilmington, DE, US; this registration and ownership form the principal known administrative history for the airframe. As a mid‑1980s 737-200 Advanced example, N465TW reflects typical aging considerations for airframes of its vintage and is commonly evaluated on the basis of structural corrosion inspections, interior refurbishment status, and JT8D engine condition. Recorded ownership to Sierra American Corp in Wilmington, DE is the notable single ownership entry on file for this aircraft.

The cabin of this Boeing 737-205 (737-200 Advanced) configuration accommodates 100 seats, aligning with typical single‑aisle, high-density layouts used for short‑to‑medium haul missions. With a listed range of 1,860 nm and cruise speed near 420 kts, the airframe is suited to domestic trunk routes and regional sectors that require relatively frequent stop patterns rather than transcontinental nonstop operations. Powered by a pair of Pratt & Whitney JT8D-17 SER engines, operational considerations for this specific aircraft include older engine type support, stage‑out requirements, and continuing maintenance inspections typical of 1980s vintage airliners. The owner’s base in Wilmington, DE suggests US domestic documentation and maintenance oversight under US regulatory practice.

The Boeing 737-200 Advanced occupies a legacy narrow‑body niche that was originally valued for rugged short‑field performance and simplicity relative to later 737 generations. Competing models in later years included early regional jets and subsequent 737 Classic/NG types that offered improved fuel efficiency and modern avionics. For an airframe like N465TW (MSN 23465, built 1986), buyer and charter demand is typically limited to specialized operators, freight conversion candidates, or markets with lower acquisition budgets; resale and asset valuation hinge on airframe corrosion condition, JT8D engine life, and cost of avionics and interior upgrades. Maintenance and regulatory compliance costs are key resale considerations for operators evaluating this vintage 737.