Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner

05 May 2026 · © EPAerospace

An American Airlines Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner prepares for boarding at LEBL terminal, showcasing its elegant raked wingtips.

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Aircraft

787-9 Dreamliner B78X

Standard American Airlines livery

N815AA

Registration

Airline

American Airlines

AAL / AA

Manufacturer

Boeing

Gear

iPhone 16 Pro

Achievements

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

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Location

Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport

BCN/LEBL

41.2971, 2.0785

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Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport BCN

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Aviation History

The Boeing 787-9 is a widely used long-haul, highly efficient twinjet designed for improved range and economics. American Airlines is a major operator.

Fleet Rarity

One of over 50 Boeing 787s in American Airlines\' fleet; widely operated worldwide by many carriers.

Record Flights

787-9s have been used for a number of ultra-long-haul routes globally, though American Airlines typically deploys the -9 on transatlantic, South American, and select transpacific routes.

Safety & Events

787s have been the subject of early teething issues upon rollout in the 2010s (battery, electrical), but are now considered highly reliable.

Future Outlook

Still flying; expected to remain in active service for many years.

Specifications

GEnx-1B

Engine

60.1 m

Wingspan

62.8 m

Length

13,950 km

Range

913 km/h

Speed

290 passengers (typical two class)

Capacity

254,011 kg

MTOW

17.0 m

Height

74,000 lbf (329 kN)

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4/14 compliant (typical between 85-90 dB SEL at sideline)

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