Aircraft Type
Boeing 787 “Dreamliner”
The Boeing 787 Dreamliner is a revolutionary long-haul widebody aircraft that introduced groundbreaking composite materials, improved fuel efficiency, and enhanced passenger comfort through advanced aerodynamics and cabin design.
IATA787ICAO\NManufacturerBoeingScore9.40/10Range14,140 kmStatusIn ProductionOperators30
First commercial airliner extensively built with composite materials, significantly reducing aircraft weight and improving fuel economy while offering unprecedented passenger comfort features
The 787 features larger windows with electronic dimming technology instead of traditional pull-down window shades, allowing passengers to adjust light levels with the touch of a button
Cabin Environment
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Technical Specifications
Dimensions
62.8 m
Length
60.1 m
Wingspan
16.9 m
Height
Performance
14,140 km
Range
907 km/h
Cruise Speed
2× General Electric GEnx or Rolls-Royce Trent 1000
Engines
Boeing Family
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How It Compares
vs. Airbus A350
✓Slightly longer range (14,140 km vs. A350's typical 14,000 km)
✗Slightly higher fuel efficiency of the A350
vs. Airbus A330
✓More modern design and composite materials
✗Older A330 has lower acquisition cost
vs. Airbus A380
✓More fuel-efficient and flexible for different route lengths
✗Significantly smaller passenger capacity compared to A380