IATA 789ICAO B789

Boeing 787-9

Boeing

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Long-range widebody built with composite innovation.

First flight

2013

Category

Wide-body jet

Seating

296 (typical 2-class); up to ~420 in high-density

Range

14,140 km

Engines

Two high-bypass turbofans; GEnx-1B or Rolls-Royce Trent 1000

Status

In production

The Boeing 787-9 is the stretched variant of the 787 Dreamliner family, offering greater passenger capacity and range than the baseline 787-8. It entered commercial service in 2014 and quickly became a popular choice for long-haul routes due to its fuel efficiency and passenger comfort. The aircraft is constructed from approximately 50% composite materials by weight, reducing structural weight and improving fuel burn by roughly 20–25% compared to similarly sized older jets. Its fuselage is pressurized to a lower effective altitude and features larger windows, higher humidity levels, and improved cabin air quality. The 787-9 bridges the gap between the smaller 787-8 and the larger 787-10, making it versatile for a wide range of ultra-long-haul and standard long-haul operations. It has become one of Boeing's best-selling widebody aircraft.

Notable operators

Major operators include United Airlines, Air New Zealand, All Nippon Airways, British Airways, Emirates, and Singapore Airlines.

Notable facts

›Approximately 50% of airframe weight is composite materials.
›Entered commercial service with Air New Zealand in October 2014.
›Features a cabin altitude equivalent to roughly 6,000 feet, improving passenger comfort.
›The 787-9 is about 6.1 meters longer than the baseline 787-8.
›Has enabled several ultra-long-haul routes previously impractical for twin-engine jets.