Boeing 787

Boeing Commercial Airplanes

Boeing 787 aircraft
Boeing Commercial AirplanesBoeing 787
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Details

The Boeing 787 Dreamliner revolutionized commercial aviation with its extensive use of composite materials (approximately 50% of the airframe), making it lighter and more fuel-efficient than conventional aluminum aircraft. Launched in 2011, the 787 features larger windows, higher cabin humidity, lower cabin altitude (6,000 ft vs typical 8,000 ft), smoother ride, and quieter engines for exceptional passenger comfort. The family includes three variants: 787-8, 787-9, and 787-10. With 20% better fuel efficiency than comparable aircraft and 787-9 range of 7,635 nautical miles, the Dreamliner opened new non-stop routes worldwide. Over 1,170 aircraft have been delivered to 90+ customers, with 2,250+ total orders. Production continues at approximately 7-10 aircraft per month as of 2026.

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Variants

1,170

Built

Weightscompared to Airbus A380-800

MRW (Maximum Ramp Weight)

254,692kg
0
200k
400k
577k

MTOW (Maximum Takeoff Weight)

254,011kg
0
200k
400k
575k

MLW (Maximum Landing Weight)

201,848kg
0
150k
300k
395k

MZFW (Maximum Zero Fuel Weight)

192,776kg
0
150k
300k
369k

Empty Weight

119,950kg
0
100k
200k
280k

Capacitycompared to Airbus A380-800

Passenger Capacity

440passengers
0
300
600
853

52% of A380 maximum capacity

Crew

Total
9
Cockpit
2
Cabin
7

Dimensions

Length

62.8m

Wingspan

60.1m

Height

17.0m

Wing Area

377.0

Cabin Width

5.5m

Cabin Height

2.4m

Catalog Price

Base List Price

$292.5M USD

2018 catalog price

Note: Actual prices vary based on configuration, options, and negotiations. This represents the manufacturer's base catalog price.

Engine Specifications

Engine Count

2×

Engine Model

GEnx-1B or Trent 1000

Thrust per Engine

320.0 kN(71939 lbf)

Fuel & Cargo

Fuel Capacity

126,206 L

Cargo Volume

137.7 m³

Production & History

Total Produced

1,170

Production Status

In production

Manufacturing Period

2007–present

First Flight

December 15, 2009

Entered Service

October 26, 2011