N8662F

This airframe, registered as N8662F, is a Boeing 737-8H4 (737 MAX 8) with manufacturer serial number 36936. The aircraft is owned by Southwest Airlines Co. (a United States corporation) and operates within Southwest’s network; its registration is in the US registry. Build year and detailed valuation/condition reports are Not published; notable registry action is the aircraft’s active registration under the United States, and ownership has remained with the named corporate owner in available records. The airframe is outfitted and maintained to airline standards consistent with its operator’s fleet policies.

The aircraft serves as a fixed-wing, narrow-body airliner within Southwest Airlines’ short- to medium-haul network, typically deployed on domestic and near-international routes matching its 3,550 nm range and high-frequency point-to-point mission profile. Cabin seating configuration and exact seat count for this specific serial are Not published, but the type is commonly configured by the operator for single-class high-density service. Avionics are an airline fit with a modern glass flightdeck and Collins/airline-specific systems, supporting crew workflows and airline-standard navigation, communications, and flight management. Routine maintenance conforms to Boeing and operator schedules for LEAP-1B–powered MAX 8s, with attention to engine-specific service intervals and the fleet-management practices of the corporate owner.

The Boeing 737-8H4 (737 MAX 8) sits in the narrow-body single-aisle market offering improved fuel efficiency and range over earlier Next Generation variants, powered here by two CFM International LEAP-1B turbofans. Its performance niche targets high-frequency short- to medium-haul routes where cruise speeds near 453 kts and a service ceiling of 41,000 ft provide operational flexibility. Competing types include Airbus A320neo-family aircraft; buyer and charter demand remains strong for modern single-aisle jets with advanced avionics and efficient engines, while maintenance and resale considerations focus on LEAP engine support and residual value trends for MAX-series airframes.