What is a 738

[GaryRiley 0]

I’ve tried to do some research but it keeps directing me back 737..... is this the same plane? Or a newer version? I hope this is not a stupid question but I am a little confused, Is a 737 800 also called a 738? On flightaware website there are Delta flights for 737 and 738...  as if they are two different planes......I’m confused

[klamal 282]

738 is the IATA Aircraft type code for a 737-800.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_ICAO_aircraft_type_designators

[GaryRiley 0]

Wow you learn something new every day, thanks for the response and link