Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner

07 Mar 2026 · © Unknown

This specific aircraft, G-VWAP, is named 'Scarlet Lady.' The lighting highlights the smooth design details characteristic of the Dreamliner.

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Aircraft

787-9 Dreamliner B789

Virgin Atlantic standard livery

G-VWAP

Registration

Airline

Virgin Atlantic

VIR / VS

Manufacturer

Boeing

Achievements

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

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Insights

Aviation History

The Boeing 787-9 is a technologically advanced long-haul, widebody twin-engine jet, notable for its composite construction, improved fuel efficiency, and passenger comfort features. Virgin Atlantic is among the prominent operators.

Fleet Rarity

Virgin Atlantic operates a modest sized 787-9 fleet. The 787-9 is relatively common globally.

Record Flights

The 787-9 has been used for several long-haul and ultra-long-haul routes, including flights over 17 hours in length by other airlines.

Safety & Events

No major incidents reported for this frame; the 787-9 has faced some broad early program engine issues, but is considered highly reliable now.

Future Outlook

Still flying and considered a backbone of Virgin Atlantic's long-haul fleet.

Specifications

Rolls-Royce Trent 1000

Engine

60.1 meters

Wingspan

62.81 meters

Length

14,140 km

Range

913 km/h

Speed

Typically 242–290 passengers

Capacity

254,011 kg

MTOW

17.02 meters

Height

2 × 74,000 lbf (329 kN)

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 Compliant (approx. 85 dB takeoff)

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