Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner

12 Apr 2026 · © JacksonSpotz

A China Southern Airlines Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner on short final, showcasing its elegant raked wingtips and distinctive blue livery.

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Aircraft

787-9 Dreamliner B789

Standard China Southern Airlines livery

Airline

China Southern Airlines

CSN / CZ

Manufacturer

Boeing

Gear

10th Generation IPad

Achievements

Winglet Watcher, Boeing Beginner, Dreamliner Hunter, Widebody Wizard

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Location

Christchurch International Airport

CHC/NZCH

-43.4890, 172.5320

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Christchurch International Airport CHC

Airport

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Aviation History

The Boeing 787-9 is an advanced, highly efficient long-haul airliner and a key member of the Dreamliner family. China Southern is a major operator in Asia.

Fleet Rarity

China Southern operates a moderately sized fleet of 787-9s; the aircraft type is moderately common globally.

Record Flights

787-9s have flown several very long routes, though China Southern usage tends to be within Asia-Pacific and to European/North American cities.

Safety & Events

787-9 has had some technical issues historically (battery/electrical), but fleet-wide is considered very reliable. No major China Southern 787-9 incidents reported.

Future Outlook

Type remains in active service with China Southern and globally.

Specifications

GEnx-1B or Trent 1000 (not distinguishable from this angle)

Engine

60.1 m

Wingspan

62.8 m

Length

14,140 km

Range

913 km/h

Speed

290 passengers (typical 2-class)

Capacity

254,011 kg

MTOW

17.0 m

Height

280–320 kN (63,000–71,000 lbf) each (model dependent)

Thrust

~85-90 dB (ICAO Chapter 4 compliant)

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