C-GZWS has had more than its fair share of mechanical problems. Compared to most of WestJet’s Boeing 737-800 aircraft, this B738 is, quite frankly, a lemon. We photographed this airliner on April 17, 2019 while plane spotting at Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ).
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C-GZWS
C-GZWS performed its first flight on May 18, 2005. The Boeing 737-8CT was delivered to WestJet Airlines on June 2, 2005. This airliner is configured for a maximum total of 174 passengers. There are 12 seats in premium economy and 162 economy class seats. This is one of 42 Boeing 737-800 models in the main fleet of this Canadian airline.
On April 9, 2012, C-GZWS was flying from Vancouver, British Columbia to Honolulu, Hawaii. Just 80 miles out of YVR, pressurization problems were identified. After burning fuel for two hours, the aircraft returned to Vancouver for a safe landing. C-GWRG was brought in as a replacement.
Later that year, on October 20, 2012, this B738 was flying from Orlando, Florida to Toronto, Ontario. Climbing out of Orlando, crew had issues with the elevator. The flight was continued to Toronto and, after declaring an emergency, landed safely. As a result, the elevator trim feel computer was replaced.
On June 29, 2013, C-GZWS was flying from Las Vegas, Nevada to Calgary, Alberta. Just after takeoff, an emergency was declared after the right side engine shut down. The aircraft diverted back to Las Vegas for a safe landing with just one engine. As a result, an engine fire detector loop was replaced.
Most recently, on May 15, 2016, this Boeing 737-800 was flying from Toronto, Ontario to Tampa, Florida. The initial takeoff attempt from Toronto was rejected at low speed after smoke was detected in the cockpit. It was determined the smoke resulted from residual fluid from the previous night’s pressure wash.
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Boeing 737-800
The most popular variant in the Boeing 737 Next Generation Family, there have been over 4,500 Boeing 737-800 models delivered to airlines around the world. The first B738 entered service in 1998. The aircraft is a direct competitor to the Airbus A320-200.
The Boeing 737-800 is 40 metres or 130 feet in length with a wingspan of 36 metres or 118 feet. At the tail, the airplane stands 13 metres or 41 feet in height. The flight range is 5,436 kilometres.
The Boeing 737-800 is 40 metres or 130 feet in length with a wingspan of 36 metres or 118 feet. At the tail, the airplane stands 13 metres or 41 feet in height. The flight range is 5,436 kilometres.
WestJet Airlines
Founded in 1996, WestJet is headquartered in Calgary, Alberta. The Canadian airline has a fleet of nearly 170 aircraft. The largest in the fleet is the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner. The airline is the largest remaining operator of the Boeing 737-600. WestJet flies to nearly 110 destinations in Canada, the United States, Europe, Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean.
Not included is new ultra low cost carrier subsidiary Swoop. Swoop began service in June, 2018 with a small fleet of Boeing 737-800 aircraft and now mostly flying Boeing 737 MAX 8 models. Swoop will cease to exist at the end of October, 2023 with its aircraft integrated back into the mainline. Also to be integrated in the near future will be the fleet of Sunwing.