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Boeing 787-9

The Boeing 787-9 is a mid-size, dual aisle, twin engine jet and Boeing’s most fuel efficient aircraft to date - 20% more fuel efficient than the similar sized commercial jets it is designed to replace. Composite materials make up 50% of the primary structure, including the fuselage and wings.

The windows are over 30% larger than those on most similarly sized aircraft and the brightness can be adjusted at the touch of a button. Serrated edges on the engine nacelles reduce the noise levels by up to 60% both in- and outside the cabin making the noise footprint of the 787 family aircraft around 60% quieter than the previous generation of aircraft. It also features raked wingtips to further improve fuel efficiency.

The Boeing 787-9 features an evolution of our First cabin, with just 8 seats compared to the usual 14, increased range and is 20 feet longer and four inches taller than the 787-8.

Making your journey that little bit smoother

  • Choice of First, Club World, World Traveller Plus and World Traveller
  • Personal audio and video on demand
  • Increased cabin comfort with large windows, higher humidity and lower pressurization
Explore the Boeing 787-9 seat map Explore the Boeing 787-9 seat map

Technical information

Number in fleet: 18

Passenger capacity: 216 (4 class)

Length: 62.8m (206 feet)

Wingspan: 60m (197 feet)

Height: 16.9m (55 feet 10 inches)

Engines: 2× Rolls Royce Trent 1000

Maximum speed: 954km/h (593mph, Mach 0.89)

Range: 15,400km (9,550 miles)

Did you know?

  • The size of the 787 factory is approximately 380,000 square feet.
  • The 787 flies at Mach 0.85, or about 650 miles per hour.

Find out what you can expect in our Economy, Premium Economy, Business and First cabins. Find out what you can expect in our Economy, Premium Economy, Business and First cabins.