Phoenix Models Luxair Boeing 737 MAX 8 LX-LBK 1:400 Diecast Model

1:400 Diecast: Luxair Boeing 737 MAX 8 LX-LBK (Phoenix Models). Delivered fresh to Luxembourg's national airline in 2023, this 737 MAX 8 represents the new generation of European regional travel. In its smart blue and white livery, LX-LBK operates out of Luxembourg Findel Airport (LUX) to sun destinations across the Mediterranean—places like Madrid, Rhodes, and Porto that Luxembourgish families flock to for summer holidays.

This particular aircraft (yes, the real LX-LBK) has a story that every aviation enthusiast loves. On September 21, 2023, it was operating flight LG662 from Malaga back to Luxembourg. A delayed departure meant it arrived after Luxembourg's strict 23:00 curfew, and the airport—closed for the night—refused landing permission. So LX-LBK did something you don't see every day: it diverted to Liège Airport in Belgium, touching down at 11:57 PM. Passengers were bussed back to Luxembourg, arriving around 5:00 AM, and the aircraft returned to base the next day as flight LG51. A perfect example of European aviation's operational quirks.

Powered by CFM International LEAP-1B engines (26,000 pounds of thrust, 20% more fuel-efficient than the old 737 NGs), these MAX 8s can fly up to 3,550 nautical miles and seat 186 passengers. LX-LBK is part of Luxair's modern fleet—alongside its sister ships—keeping the Grand Duchy connected to the world.

Age 16+ only. Not a toy.