Elon Musk's SpaceX Acquires Retired B737-800 from Air China

It reportedly acquired a Boeing 737-800 that was previously operated by Air China

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Aircraft, registered as N154TS, was observed landing at Los Angeles Airport.

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with a distinct grey livery, drawing attention from onlookers.

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Public records from the FAA reveal that jet is now owned by Falcon Aviation Holdings

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Interestingly, SpaceX's Gulfstream Aerospace executive jets are registered under Falcon Landing,

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B737-800 reveals that it was originally delivered to Air China approximately 21.6 years ago.

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After a decade of passenger service, Air China converted the aircraft into a freighter.

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The current status of its configuration and its intended use by SpaceX remain unclear.

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acquisition stands out as a unique addition to SpaceX's fleet.

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Elon Musk's SpaceX Acquires Retired B737-800 from Air China

Elon Musk's SpaceX Acquires Retired B737-800 from Air China

It reportedly acquired a Boeing 737-800 that was previously operated by Air China

It reportedly acquired a Boeing 737-800 that was previously operated by Air China

Aircraft, registered as N154TS, was observed landing at Los Angeles Airport.

Aircraft, registered as N154TS, was observed landing at Los Angeles Airport.

with a distinct grey livery, drawing attention from onlookers.

with a distinct grey livery, drawing attention from onlookers.

Public records from the FAA reveal that jet is now owned by Falcon Aviation Holdings

Public records from the FAA reveal that jet is now owned by Falcon Aviation Holdings

Interestingly, SpaceX's Gulfstream Aerospace executive jets are registered under Falcon Landing,

Interestingly, SpaceX's Gulfstream Aerospace executive jets are registered under Falcon Landing,

B737-800 reveals that it was originally delivered to Air China approximately 21.6 years ago.

B737-800 reveals that it was originally delivered to Air China approximately 21.6 years ago.

After a decade of passenger service, Air China converted the aircraft into a freighter.

After a decade of passenger service, Air China converted the aircraft into a freighter.

The current status of its configuration and its intended use by SpaceX remain unclear.

The current status of its configuration and its intended use by SpaceX remain unclear.

acquisition stands out as a unique addition to SpaceX's fleet.

acquisition stands out as a unique addition to SpaceX's fleet.

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