Southwest Airlines 737 MAX 8

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I’ve been privileged to share some photos from a good friend of mine that works for SWA. He gave me permission to share these; however, he wanted to remain anonymous. Hope you guys enjoy these.

Aircraft arrived in Denver from Salt Lake City today 09/13/2017. I’m actually just getting off my plane in Denver about to drive home so I wish I was able to catch this beauty. So close…

Supposedly Southwest Aircraft lines is the first US domestic air carrier operating the MAX in the states. They expect to see 5 aircraft operating per day to Denver. More opportunities for me to catch a peek. 😉

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That’s one pretty 737! Would love to fly it 😍

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Oooh very nice :) Like the photos and information provided ;)

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Beautiful aircraft. SWA never seems to disappoint.

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Great shots! was reading something the other day that said the current plans were to have at least one (it sounded as if one, but couldve been a few) of the MAX flying from DAL to Houston and San Antonio daily.

And then the next would be to start operations out of DEN

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I absolutely 😍😍😍😍 this aircraft and livery! Tell your friend he has some awesome photography skills! 👌👌👌

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@Bobby would like this a lot.

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The Max is such a beautiful aircraft isn’t it? Had the chance to get up close with one of the Norwegian Max’s here in belfast.

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The MAX gives me a good bit of nostalgia. It is a amazing looking aircraft.

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The second picture is my favorite one. I wish they would send the MAX into Atlanta.

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That’s one beautiful aircraft, I love the 737 max, going to try and get on a Norwegian 737 max flight to new york from the UK at some point.

Was always a preferred a320 family, bever really liked the 737until the 737 max came along.

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Beautiful aircraft and beautiful livery! Great pictures:-D

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That engine is oddly satisfying. It’s like… all symmetrical and stuff. I like it.

Regardless, seems like an experiance for your friend, thanks for sharing!

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Glad you guys are enjoying the photos. I’ll be sure to share the compliments on. 😊

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Is it doing commercial flights? Or more of like a tour around the states for publicity?

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I don’t think the first revenue flight begins until October. So, a few more weeks. I think it was just doing some proving flights for the FAA. The FAA was aboard the aircraft along with some pilots and other head honchos.

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Oh, that is interesting! Figured they would do more with the publicity…

Took a closer look, the reg it has isn’t Southwest, assuming the M stands for MAX, they will probably change it one revenue flights begin.

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Right now, I think the publicity is a by-product of the proving runs, but I could be wrong.

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Those engines are satisfying somehow, something about them 😍 If you thought the MAX was good wait until the 777X Family is out! Great pics DC :).

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That’s sooo lovely! Brings joy and awe to my heart!

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