Saturday, August 8, 2009

Brief Description of Boeing 787-9 Dream Liner

Brief Description of Boeing 787-9:

The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner is a slightly bigger version of the 787-8. Both are super-efficient airplanes with new passenger-pleasing features. They will bring the economics of large jet transports to the middle of the market, using 20 percent less fuel than any other airplanes of their size.


  • Seating:
    250 to 290 passengers
  • Range: 
    8,000 to 8,500 nautical miles (14,800 to 15,750 kilometers)
  • Configuration: 
    Twin aisle
  • Cross Section: 
    226 inches (574 centimeters)
  • Wing Span: 
    208 feet (63 meters)
  • Length: 
    206 feet (63 meters)
  • Height: 
    56 feet (17 meters)
  • Cruise Speed: 
    Mach 0.85
  • Maximum Takeoff Weight: 
    540,000 lbs (244,940 kg)
  • Total Cargo Volume: 
    5,400 cubic feet

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