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05 Apr 2026 · © shaydis13

United 787 Dreamliner at United Hanger at LAX.

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Aircraft

787-9 Dreamliner B789

United Airlines new livery

Airline

United Airlines

Manufacturer

Achievements

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

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Location

Los Angeles International Airport

LAX/KLAX

33.9425, -118.4080

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Los Angeles International Airport LAX

Insights

Aviation History

The Boeing 787-9 is a next-generation, twin-aisle, long-haul aircraft featuring composite materials, advanced avionics, and fuel efficiency. It is a flagship for many international fleets, including United.

Fleet Rarity

Common – United operates over 25 Boeing 787-9s and the type is widespread among global carriers.

Record Flights

Often used on ultra-long-haul flights; some variants have set distance records for twinjets (e.g., Auckland–Chicago).

Safety & Events

Some non-fatal diversions and technical issues (battery/AOG) in early 787 history; overall, the -9 is regarded as reliable.

Future Outlook

Active in service, expected to remain a fleet regular for 20 years.

Specifications

GEnx-1B or Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 (United operates mostly GEnx)

Engine

60.12 meters

Wingspan

62.81 meters

Length

14,140 kilometers

Range

913 km/h

Speed

280 passengers (typical 2-class configuration)

Capacity

254,000 kilograms

MTOW

17.02 meters

Height

69,000–78,000 lbf (307–347 kN)

Thrust

Approx. 85 dB SEL (meets ICAO Chapter 4)

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