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12 Apr 2026 · © Unknown

A British Airways Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner (G-ZBJA) photographed on final approach under clear skies.

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Aircraft

787-8 Dreamliner B788

British Airways standard livery

Airline

British Airways

Manufacturer

Achievements

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

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Location

London Heathrow Airport

LHR/EGLL

51.4707, -0.4599

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London Heathrow Airport LHR

Insights

Aviation History

The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner marked a significant step forward in fuel efficiency and passenger comfort with widespread use of composites.

Fleet Rarity

British Airways operates a moderate-sized fleet of 787-8s, with fewer than 30 in total. There are over 500 Boeing 787-8s globally.

Record Flights

British Airways operates this type on transatlantic and some long-haul Asia/Africa routes.

Safety & Events

The 787 has had a few notable issues in early service related to batteries but has become a stalwart long-haul airliner.

Future Outlook

Active and likely to remain in British Airways\' fleet for at least a decade.

Specifications

Rolls-Royce Trent 1000

Engine

60.1 meters

Wingspan

56.7 meters

Length

13,620 km

Range

903 km/h

Speed

242–290 passengers

Capacity

227,930 kg

MTOW

16.9 meters

Height

320 kN (72,000 lbf) per engine

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 compliant, typically around 85-90 dB

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