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To: PAR35
The 737 variant with split scimitar winglets was introduced in 2014.

That would make this plane, at most, 11 years old.

37 posted on 08/22/2025 11:51:48 AM PDT by ZOOKER
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To: ZOOKER

Ever hear of retrofits?

“A 737 winglet installation is estimated to cost $725,000 for parts and a 1-week installation process costing $25,000-$85,000.”

https://simpleflying.com/why-boeing-build-737-without-winglets/

Here’s an older story:

“Delta Air Lines has announced an agreement with Aviation Partners Boeing (APB) to purchase Split Scimitar Winglets for its B737-800 and B737-900ER aircraft.”

https://aerospaceglobalnews.com/news/delta-to-upgrade-its-737-fleet-with-new-winglets/


39 posted on 08/22/2025 12:01:53 PM PDT by PAR35
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To: ZOOKER

The 737 variant with split scimitar winglets was introduced in 2014

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Those winglets are also available as a recent upgrade, so it possible the aircraft could be older.

https://simpleflying.com/delta-aviation-partners-boeing-winglet-deal/


41 posted on 08/22/2025 12:25:08 PM PDT by EVO X ( )
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To: ZOOKER

The plane could be lots older than that. The first 737-300 with winglets flew in November 2002, with FAA certification granted in May 2003.


46 posted on 08/22/2025 1:14:13 PM PDT by ProtectOurFreedom
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