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.

Boeing 787 seat maps  

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

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)

Our cabins

All our cabins offer an excellent – and uniquely British – experience. Choose your perfect way to fly, from economy to First.

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.