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.

Variants

787-8

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.

Specs
ICAO codeB788
Engine typeGE Genx
Length186.1ft/ 56.72m
Wingspan197.3ft/ 60.14m
Height56.1ft/ 17.1m
MTOW502500lbs/ 227.9tons
Range8000nm/ 14810km
Max pax capacity250

787-9

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.

Specs
ICAO codeB789
Engine typeGE Genx
Length206.1ft/ 62.82m
Wingspan197.3ft/ 60.14m
Height56.1ft/ 17.1m
MTOW560000lbs/ 254tons
Range7560nm/ 14000km
Max pax capacity290