The story
Boeing's composite marvel. Higher cabin pressure, bigger windows, better humidity — the Dreamliner was designed to make you feel less terrible after a 14-hour flight. It mostly works.
The 787 is 80% composite by volume. Its fuselage is built from one-piece carbon-fiber barrel sections instead of riveted aluminum panels.
Quick answers
How do you identify a Boeing 787 Dreamliner?
Raked wingtips that flex dramatically, sawtooth chevrons on the engine nacelles, a four-window cockpit and unusually large cabin windows. Smooth composite fuselage.
What does a Boeing 787 Dreamliner sound like?
Remarkably quiet — the GEnx chevron nozzles are specifically designed to reduce noise.
How fast is the Boeing 787 Dreamliner?
Top speed is 488 kts.
How many passengers does the Boeing 787 Dreamliner carry?
Up to 359. A typical layout is 242 (2-class).
How far can the Boeing 787 Dreamliner fly?
Range is about 7,355 nmi.
How big is the Boeing 787 Dreamliner?
It is 186 ft 1 in long and 197 ft 3 in across the wings.
When did the Boeing 787 Dreamliner first fly?
Its first flight was in 2009.
How many Boeing 787 Dreamliners have been built?
1,300+ built.
What do crews call the Boeing 787 Dreamliner?
The Dreamliner.
How rare is a Boeing 787 Dreamliner in Bogey?
COMMON. Everyday traffic. You will catch plenty of these, and every first catch still counts. Your first Boeing 787 Dreamliner catch is worth 25 points.
