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13 Apr 2026 · © David

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Kiwi Aviation · 13 Apr 2026

Nice catch! ✈️

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Aircraft

787-9 Dreamliner B789

China Southern Airlines standard Dreamliner livery

Airline

China Southern Airlines

Manufacturer

Achievements

Ultra-Long-Haul, Winglet Watcher, Boeing Beginner, Dreamliner Hunter, Widebody Wizard

5 badges earned

Location

Auckland International Airport

AKL/NZAA

-37.0120, 174.7860

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Auckland International Airport AKL

Insights

Aviation History

One of the first new-generation composite widebodies, China Southern was the launch customer for the 787 in China.

Fleet Rarity

China Southern is one of the largest 787 operators in Asia; B-272K is one of several 787-9s in their fleet.

Record Flights

Has operated routes like Guangzhou to Los Angeles, and other long-haul and transpacific services.

Safety & Events

No major incidents known for this specific aircraft model with China Southern.

Future Outlook

Actively flying in 2024, no known plans for retirement soon.

Specifications

GEnx-1B

Engine

60.1 meters

Wingspan

62.8 meters

Length

14,140 kilometers

Range

913 km/h

Speed

290 passengers (typical 2-class)

Capacity

254,011 kilograms

MTOW

17.0 meters

Height

280 kN (63,000 lbf) per engine

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 compliant, 85-90 dB typical on approach

Noise