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13 Apr 2026 · © Andrew J.

Thai Airways Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner (HS-TQA) taxiing on a wet apron, showcasing the airline's elegant livery.

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Kiwi Aviation · 13 Apr 2026

Awesome! ✈️

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Aircraft

787-8 Dreamliner B788

Thai Airways standard livery

Airline

Thai Airways International

Manufacturer

Achievements

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

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Location

Perth International Airport

PER/YPPH

-31.9403, 115.9670

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Perth International Airport PER

Insights

Aviation History

Thai Airways\' 787-8 fleet marked their transition to next-generation composites and increased fuel efficiency with Dreamliners.

Fleet Rarity

Part of a modest-sized 787-8 subfleet in Thai Airways; not the rarest 787, but fewer in number than larger 787-9/10 variants.

Record Flights

The 787-8 is used by several airlines, including Thai Airways, on long-haul routes from Bangkok to Europe, Australia, and Asia-Pacific.

Safety & Events

No major incidents involving this specific frame (HS-TQA) reported as of 2024.

Future Outlook

Still in active passenger service as of 2024.

Specifications

Rolls-Royce Trent 1000

Engine

60.1 meters

Wingspan

56.7 meters

Length

13,621 km

Range

913 km/h

Speed

242 passengers (typical 2-class layout)

Capacity

227,930 kg

MTOW

16.9 meters

Height

320 kN (72,000 lbf) per engine

Thrust

Complies with ICAO Chapter 4 (<85 EPNdB on takeoff/approach)

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