Boeing
Boeing 787 Dreamliner Family
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Long-range wide-body airliner made primarily of composite materials, featuring improved fuel efficiency, larger windows, and higher cabin humidity.
Boeing 787-10
78J
B78X
- Seats
- 330 seats
- Range
- 11 910 km
- Speed
- 903 km/h
- Length
- 68,28 m
In Production
Boeing 787-9
789
B789
- Seats
- 290 seats
- Range
- 14 140 km
- Speed
- 903 km/h
- Length
- 62,81 m
In Production
Boeing 787-8
788
B788
- Seats
- 242 seats
- Range
- 13 621 km
- Speed
- 903 km/h
- Length
- 56,72 m
In Production
Variant Comparison
| Variant | Seats | Range | Length | Wingspan | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boeing 787-10 | 330 | 11 910 km | 68,28 m | 60,12 m | In Production |
| Boeing 787-9 | 290 | 14 140 km | 62,81 m | 60,12 m | In Production |
| Boeing 787-8 | 242 | 13 621 km | 56,72 m | 60,12 m | In Production |
Frequently Asked Questions
The Boeing 787 family includes three variants: the 787-8 (242 seats, 13,620 km range), 787-9 (290 seats, 14,140 km), and 787-10 (330 seats, 11,910 km). The 787-9 is the most popular variant, accounting for over 60% of orders.
The three variants share the same fuselage cross-section and cockpit but differ in length and range. The 787-8 is the baseline model. The 787-9 is stretched by 6.1 meters with extended range. The 787-10 is the longest variant but trades range for capacity, targeting high-density medium-haul routes.
ANA was the launch customer and operates over 80 Dreamliners. Other major operators include United Airlines, American Airlines, Etihad Airways, Japan Airlines, and Qatar Airways. Over 70 airlines operate the 787 on routes ranging from domestic to ultra-long-haul.
The Boeing 787-8 first flew on December 15, 2009, after significant delays, and entered service with ANA on October 26, 2011. It was the first major airliner with a fuselage primarily made of composite materials (50% by weight), pioneering a new era in aircraft construction.