The Boeing 787 Dreamliner introduced in 2011, is a long haul twin engine jet made with composite materials and powered by efficient engines. Know for it's lower cost/seat and quiet cabin with large windows which made it a traveller's favourite for long distance travel.
The 787-8 is the original Dreamliner model, designed for long-haul flights with advanced composite materials that reduce weight and improve fuel efficiency. It typically seats around 242 passengers and offers a range of about 13,600 km, making it ideal for opening new long, thin routes with lower operating costs.
| ICAO code | B788 |
| Engine type | GE Genx |
| Length | 186.1ft/ 56.72m |
| Wingspan | 197.3ft/ 60.14m |
| Height | 56.1ft/ 17.1m |
| MTOW | 502500lbs/ 227.9tons |
| Range | 8000nm/ 14810km |
| Max pax capacity | 250 |
The 787-9 is a stretched version of the 787-8, seating about 290 passengers and offering increased range and payload capacity. It maintains the same fuel-efficient design and advanced technology, becoming popular with airlines for longer and higher-demand routes while still providing a comfortable passenger experience.
| ICAO code | B789 |
| Engine type | GE Genx |
| Length | 206.1ft/ 62.82m |
| Wingspan | 197.3ft/ 60.14m |
| Height | 56.1ft/ 17.1m |
| MTOW | 560000lbs/ 254tons |
| Range | 7560nm/ 14000km |
| Max pax capacity | 290 |