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What makes the Boeing 737 MAX different?
The 737 MAX is a fourth-generation Boeing 737, re-engined with CFM LEAP-1B turbofans. The 737 MAX is based on earlier 737 designs, with more efficient CFM International LEAP-1B engines, aerodynamic changes, including its distinctive split-tip winglets, and airframe modifications.
Why does 737 MAX pitch up?
The 737 MAX’s larger CFM LEAP-1B engines are fitted farther forward and higher up than in previous models. The aerodynamic effect of its nacelles contributes to the aircraft’s tendency to pitch up at high angles of attack (AOA).
What is the hole in the tail of a 737?
auxiliary power unit
The hole is the vent for the exhaust from the auxiliary power unit (APU), a small turbine that sits in the tail cone. That’s the vent for the exhaust from the auxiliary power unit (APU), a small turbine that sits in the tail cone.
What makes the Boeing 737 MAX different from other planes?
The engines on the 737 Max aircraft are larger, and they are placed slightly higher and further forward to maintain ground clearance: While I haven’t found technical specifications on the matter, this likely moves the center of gravity forward by a few inches, other things being equal.
How many different types of Boeing 737 are there?
There are four different versions of the fourth generation of Boeing 737 aircraft. Boeing 737 MAX 7 – The next version of the 737-700. Boeing 737 MAX 8 – The next version of the 737-800 (the most popular 737). Boeing 737 MAX 9 – The next version of the 737-900.
Why does the nose of the 737 MAX go up?
The engine positions on the wings forced the nose of the aircraft to go up. ▲CFM Leap-1B Engine on the MAX. Note that the bottom of the nose cowl is no longer flattened as it was on the earlier 737NGs with earlier CFM engines.
What is the Boeing 737-8ERX?
There is a proposed (but yet unbuilt) extended-range version of the Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft called the catchy name 737-8ERX. It would compete with the Airbus A321neo and use the Boeing 737 MAX 9 middle section, to give it a range of 4,000 nautical miles (7,400 km). It would only seat 150 passengers, however.