Boeing plans to deliver upgraded 787-9 and 787-10 Dreamliners in the first half of 2026, featuring increased maximum takeoff weight for extended range and cargo capacity. The enhancements enable flights up to 400 miles farther or carry five to six additional tons of cargo, according to Darren Hulst, Boeing’s vice president of commercial marketing.
These aircraft are already in production and progressing toward certification, with deliveries anticipated soon after. Hulst shared these details during the Singapore Airshow, noting the variants’ integration into Boeing’s manufacturing system.
LATAM Airlines received its first Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner of 2026 in Santiago, Chile, from Charleston, South Carolina, equipped with GE Aerospace GEnx engines. The carrier expects 41 new aircraft deliveries this year, including more 787s, Airbus A320/A321neos, and the first Embraer E195-E2, building on 26 additions in 2025 that expanded its fleet beyond 370 aircraft.
Boeing maintains its elevated monthly 787 production rate from 2025 into 2026, with plans to increase further in 2027. Production lists confirm ongoing output, such as a 787-9 slated for Scoot in February 2026.
Separately, Boeing anticipates 777X certification in the second half of 2026, though entry into service depends on customer processes and may extend into 2027. Recent 777X progress includes a planned production first flight in April 2026.