First impression
Entering service in 2011 with ANA, this original 'Dreamliner' was the first airliner built primarily of carbon composites.
Quick identification
How to identify the Boeing 787-8
Entering service in 2011 with ANA, this original 'Dreamliner' was the first airliner built primarily of carbon composites.
The Quiz catalogue includes 16 Boeing 787-8 livery references, including Aeromexico, Air Austral, Air Canada, Air India.
Nose
Slightly pointed nose with a distinctive chin contour below the cockpit windows.
Winglets
Raked wingtips on the 767/777/787 family; split scimitar winglets on 737 NG and MAX.
Reference data
Boeing 787-8 specifications
Use proportions and configuration as supporting clues; exact weights, range and cabin layouts vary by operator.
- Length
- 56.7 m
- Wingspan
- 60.1 m
- Max take-off weight
- 227.9 t
- Range
- 13,620 km
- Capacity
- Up to 248 passengers
What should you check first?
Picture the aircraft without its paint scheme. Name three physical clues before opening the answer.
Reveal the Boeing 787-8 clues
- First impression: Entering service in 2011 with ANA, this original 'Dreamliner' was the first airliner built primarily of carbon composites.
- Nose: Slightly pointed nose with a distinctive chin contour below the cockpit windows.
- Winglets: Raked wingtips on the 767/777/787 family; split scimitar winglets on 737 NG and MAX.
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