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Boeing 787-8
The Boeing 787-8 is a mid-size, dual aisle, twin engine jet manufactured by Boeing, the American aerospace company. The aircraft is 20% more fuel efficient than similar sized commercial jets it's designed to replace. Composite materials make up 50% of the primary structure, including the fuselage and wing.
The engine nacelles are made of serrated edges that reduce the noise levels both outside and inside the cabin, by up to 60%. The aircraft also features raked wingtip to further improve the fuel efficiency.
The windows are more than 30 percent larger than those on most similarly sized aircraft. Instead of pulling shades up and down, customers can adjust the brightness of windows with a button. Using an electrochromic dimming system, the windows turn from fully transparent to completely dimmed in gradual steps.
Fast, free Wi-Fi is here
This is the start of a new era in connectivity. We’re rolling out onboard Wi‑Fi powered by Starlink, the fastest Wi‑Fi in the sky, starting with our 787‑8s and with more aircraft to follow over the coming months.
Whether you’re streaming your favourite shows, staying in touch with those who matter, or taking care of a few last-minute plans, staying connected is effortless.
Boeing 787 seat maps
Making your journey that little bit smoother
- Choice of 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.
Technical information
Number in fleet: 12
Passenger capacity: 214 (3 class)
Length: 56.7m (186 feet)
Wingspan: 60m (197 feet)
Height: 16.9m (55 feet 6 inches)
Engines: 2× Rolls Royce Trent 1000
Maximum speed: 954km/h (680mph, Mach 0.89)
Range: 15,200km (9,440 miles)
Our cabins
All our cabins offer an excellent – and uniquely British – experience. Choose your perfect way to fly, from economy to First.
Economy
All seats recline with a cushion and blanket provided, three course meal and drinks, headphones and free wifi for British Airways Club members.
Premium economy
Enjoy a separate cabin with a wider seat, more legroom, priority boarding, an extra checked bag on most routes, an amenity kit, welcome drink and dining service.
Business
Business Lounge access, dedicated check-in, generous baggage allowance, spacious seat, fully flat bed, luxury bedding, amenity kit and delicious menu choice.
First
Exclusive lounges, fast-track security, your own stylish suite with flat bed, Temperley loungewear provided, a la carte dining, extra baggage allowance and excellent service.
Did you know?
- Less than 10,000 holes are drilled into the fuselage during assembly of a 787.
- The size of the 787 factory is approximately 380,000 square feet.
- The 787 can fly at Mach 0.89, or about 680 miles per hour.