Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner

09 Jan 2026 · © Unknown

Registration D-ABPA is one of Lufthansa's first 787-9s. The wingflex and advanced raked wingtips are signature Dreamliner features.

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Maulin_Agrawal · 12 Jan 2026

I have flown this one between DFW and FRA in 2023

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Aircraft

787-9 Dreamliner B78X

Lufthansa standard livery

D-ABPA

Registration

Airline

Lufthansa

DLH / LH

Manufacturer

Boeing

Insights

Aviation History

The 787-9 'Dreamliner' is Boeing's highly advanced long-haul wide-body with composite fuselage, marking a significant move toward lighter, more efficient airliners. Lufthansa introduced the type to modernize its intercontinental fleet as part of post-pandemic renewal.

Fleet Rarity

Still a relatively new type in Lufthansa's fleet; by 2024, only a handful in service, more to be delivered.

Record Flights

The 787-9 is regularly used by airlines for ultra-long haul flights, and Lufthansa deploys this type on high-traffic transatlantic routes.

Safety & Events

No major notable events associated with Lufthansa's 787-9 as of early 2024. Early Dreamliners were involved in battery-related incidents, since resolved.

Future Outlook

Active service, expanding in Lufthansa's fleet, expected to serve for 20+ years.

Specifications

GEnx-1B

Engine

60.12 meters

Wingspan

62.81 meters

Length

14,140 kilometers

Range

903 km/h

Speed

296 passengers (typical Lufthansa configuration)

Capacity

254,011 kilograms

MTOW

17.02 meters

Height

320–340 kN (72,000–76,000 lbf)

Thrust

~85 dB (approach, ICAO Chapter 4 compliant)

Noise

None