For freight moving in or out of Delaware, the aircraft is chosen based on payload, door size and the handling available at both ends.
Boeing Commercial Airplanes (converted by AEI / IAI Bedek / Pemco) introduced the Boeing 737-400 Freighter in 1988. It is flown by a crew of 2. The type carries Crew only (cargo) passengers, cruises at Mach 0.745 (about 430 knots) knots, tops out at 37,000 feet, covers 2,000 nautical miles and holds 4580 cubic feet of baggage. Full specifications for the Boeing 737-400 Freighter are published by Boeing Freighters.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Cargo Aircraft
- Manufacturer: Boeing Commercial Airplanes (converted by AEI / IAI Bedek / Pemco)
- Year introduced: 1988
- Seating: Crew only (cargo)
- Crew: 2
- Range: 2,000 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: Mach 0.745 (about 430 knots)
- Service ceiling: 37,000 feet
- Length: 119.6 feet
- Wingspan: 94.8 feet
- Height: 36.5 feet
- Baggage volume: 4,580 cubic feet
- Lavatory: Crew only
Why the Boeing 737-400 Freighter Fits Delaware
Cargo movements through Delaware are handled at New Castle (KILG), and the handling available at both ends decides what is practical.
A published range of 2,000 nautical miles brings Houston, Punta Cana, Denver and Aspen within reach of Delaware, before the operator applies reserves and routing for the day.
Payload, door dimensions and the loading equipment at both ends decide what is workable, and your advisor will check all three against your load.
Vetting Behind Every Trip
Every operator, aircraft, and crew goes through our internal due diligence before we present any options. Our internal standards meet or exceed what the FAA requires:
- FAR Part 135 charter operators for traditional private aircraft, or FAR Part 121 for airliner-size and group trips (or the foreign equivalent on international legs)
- Operator subscription to Wyvern and ARGUS reviewed where the operator participates; reports may be provided on request.
- Pilot experience and operator incident history reviewed before we recommend an aircraft.
- Fewer than 60 brokers worldwide hold Premium Wyvern Broker Member status, and Air Charter Advisors is one of them.
Charter Pricing Reference
Industry hourly rates for the Boeing 737-400 Freighter run $5,500 to $7,500 per hour as of 9/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
Other Cargo Aircraft Available
Contact
For a quote on a Boeing 737-400 Freighter charter to or from Delaware, call 1-888-987-5387 or visit our contact page. For the vetting work behind every trip, see our safety page. To browse cross-category options for the same trip, visit the aircraft directory.
The hourly rates provided are estimates based on 2026 market data and are for informational purposes only. These figures are subject to change and do not constitute a final offer. Final pricing is dynamic and depends on real-time factors including, but not limited to, specific itinerary requirements, aircraft positioning (“ferry” fees), fuel price volatility, and current market availability. These estimates exclude all applicable taxes, de-icing, landing and handling fees, special event fees, international surcharges, overnight crew expenses, and premium catering. Please contact Air Charter Advisors directly for a firm, all-inclusive quote tailored to your specific travel needs.