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First Boeing 737 lands at the new Western Sydney Airport in a major test of its runway

Published on Oct 29, 2025 at 1:35 PM (UTC-4)
by Jack Marsh

Last updated on Oct 30, 2025 at 3:48 AM (UTC-4)
Edited by Amelia Jean Hershman-Jones

First Boeing 737 lands at the new Western Sydney Airport in a major test of its runway
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Described as ‘the most significant simulation we’ve carried out to date’ by Western Sydney Airport CEO Simon Hickey, the Australian airport has seen its first Boeing 737 tires skid on the runway, marking a milestone moment.

The new airport is set to open in 2026 after 12 years of construction, in a bid to bolster travel to the Emerald City as Kingsford Smith reached its limits.

But with over a decade of tarmacing, scaffolding, and intense route-planning, the first of many, many Boeing 737 planes has landed on the runway.

Watch above as a local news outlet showcased the moment that the crowd went wild.

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After beginning his career writing about all things gaming, Jack joined the Supercar Blondie team in November 2024 as a Content Writer. Since joining SB Media, in addition to a love for covering emerging tech, he has developed an admiration for vintage restorations, particularly old American brands like Dodge and Ford.