What is the charging port on the 737 MAX 8?

The popular low-cost carrier have debuted seat-back USB charging ports on their 737 MAX aircraft. The charging ports are both the USB A and USB C, to provide power for a variety of technology and devices.



On the Boeing 737 MAX 8, the charging options depend heavily on the specific airline's cabin configuration, as Boeing provides the "shell" and the airlines choose the seats. However, in 2026, the industry standard for the MAX 8 has shifted toward providing both USB-A and USB-C ports at every seat. Most major carriers (like United, Southwest, and Ryanair) have updated their MAX 8 interiors to include a USB-C port (which provides faster charging for modern phones and tablets) either on the seatback screen or tucked under the armrest. Additionally, many full-service airlines include a standard 110V AC "universal" power outlet located between the seats near the floor, which can accommodate laptop chargers. If you are flying on a budget carrier’s older MAX 8, you might only find a single USB-A port, so bringing a "USB-A to USB-C" adapter is always a wise move for 2026 travelers to ensure their devices stay powered.

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Almost a year after announcing it, the Dallas-based carrier is finally unveiling power ports in seatbacks that can charge mobile phones, tablets and laptop computers. The first 737 fitted with the in-seat power is Imua One, the new Hawaiian-themed livery that Southwest revealed in Long Beach, Calif., last Friday.

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Eight days later Boeing issued a bulletin to all 737 MAX 8 and 737 MAX 9 operators stating that “erroneous angle-of-attack data” could result in “uncommanded nose-down movement of the aircraft and that this action can repeat until the related system is deactivated.” The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) followed ...

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Both the Federal Aviation Administration and the European Union Aviation Safety Agency approved the MAX as safe to fly passengers.

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The plane, a 5-year-old Boeing 737 MAX 8 registered N8710M — the first MAX that Southwest took delivery of, incidentally — reentered service April 28 after a nearly monthlong retrofit and repainting process. They are installing both USB-A and USB-C ports. No 110 volt plugs.

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Focused on fuel efficiency and passenger comfort, the Boeing 737-800 has 147 leather Recaro seats with more personal space, seatback outlets, Boeing's award-winning Sky Interior, inflight internet service, and access to the Inflight entertainment hub.

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VH-8IA, the first 737 MAX 8 in the Virgin fleet, was handed over in late June after numerous delays and began serving the airline's route to Tokyo (Haneda), which launched with 737-700s after the MAX failed to arrive on time.

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The move away from the MAX name has been a subtle process and Boeing has begun to use the name 737 MAX and 737-8(7 through 10) interchangeably. This way they are transitioning away from the MAX name toward the normal naming convention of modern Boeing aircraft.

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The 737 MAX 8 entered service in May 2017, the MAX 9 entered service in March 2018, and the MAX 200 (a high-density version of the MAX 8) entered service in June 2021. Deliveries for the MAX 7 and the MAX 10 are expected to begin in 2024, after years of delays.

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The next largest variant of the Boeing 737 MAX series is the popular MAX 8, which clocks in at 39.47 meters (129 feet and 6 inches) long.

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Yes, you can usually charge your phone on a plane. Most airplanes have power outlets or USB ports that allow passengers to charge their electronic devices during the flight. However, the availability and location of these outlets may vary depending on the airline and the type of aircraft.

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Unfortunately, many flights don't have power ports to keep your devices running. Often, power ports won't charge some of your electronics. To make sure that you can keep playing and working while up in the air, you should book your flights carefully and bring adapters and power packs with you.

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Typically, you will not be able to use this type of charger onboard as most airplanes do not have power sockets. Some planes do offer USB connections between seats or on the back of the seat in front of you. In these cases, you can plug a charger directly into the USB port to boot up your phone.

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Embraer ERJ: The Embraer ERJ family, including models such as the ERJ-130, ERJ-140, and ERJ-145, has an impeccable safety record. Throughout its history, this family of aircraft has seen zero fatalities during all its operations, making it one of the safest plane models available.

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