Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner

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12 Apr 2026 · © Judge Dredd

Korean Air Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner HL8574 on a moody, rainy day, taxiing or accelerating on the runway.

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Kiwi Aviation · 12 Apr 2026

Incredible!

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Aircraft

787-9 Dreamliner B789

Korean Air standard livery

HL8574

Registration

Airline

Korean Air

KAL / KE

Manufacturer

Boeing

Gear

FUJIFILM X-S10 XF 16-80mm f/4 R OIS WR

Achievements

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

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Location

Shep’s Mound

Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport · SYD/YSSY

-33.9461, 151.1770

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Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport SYD

Airport

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Aviation History

The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner is a revolutionary widebody, known for its composite construction, improved fuel efficiency, and passenger comfort.

Fleet Rarity

Korean Air operates a modest fleet of 787-9s. The 787-9 is not a rare aircraft globally (over 600 in service).

Record Flights

Used on ultra-long-haul and high-demand regional flights. Set numerous early ETOPS and direct route records for the type.

Safety & Events

No major incidents with this specific airframe noted. The 787 fleet has experienced isolated battery and electrical issues.

Future Outlook

Active in service; expected to remain flagship in Korean Air\'s fleet for long-haul routes.

Specifications

GEnx-1B or Trent 1000 (uncertain from image but likely GEnx, fits Korean Air fleet)

Engine

60.1 meters

Wingspan

62.8 meters

Length

14,140 km

Range

913 km/h

Speed

280 passengers (typical 2-class, varies by configuration)

Capacity

254,011 kg

MTOW

17.0 meters

Height

Up to 320 kN (each engine)

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4, <85 EPNdB (varies with configuration)

Noise