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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: PAR35; EVO X
My mistake.
I assumed the plane was built that way --- not aware of any upgrade programs
42 posted on 08/22/2025 12:40:39 PM PDT by ZOOKER
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