Boeing plans to deliver upgraded 787-9 and 787-10 Dreamliners starting in the first half of 2026. These wide-body aircraft feature increased maximum takeoff weight, enabling airlines to extend flight ranges by 400 miles or carry five to six additional tons of cargo. Darren Hulst, Boeing’s vice president of commercial marketing, stated at the Singapore Airshow that the planes are already in production and advancing toward certification.
LATAM Airlines received its first Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner in Santiago on December 30, 2025, from Charleston, South Carolina, equipped with GE Aerospace GEnx engines. CEO Robert Alvo noted this marks the beginning of 41 new aircraft deliveries in 2026, including 787 Dreamliners, Airbus A320/A321neos, and the first Embraer E195-E2. LATAM ended 2025 with 26 new aircraft added, reaching a fleet of over 370, while expanding routes to Amsterdam, Brussels, and Cape Town.
Boeing maintains its expanded monthly 787 production rate from 2025 into 2026, with further increases planned for 2027. Production lists show additional 787-9s slated for airlines like Scoot in February 2026. Separately, Boeing anticipates 777X certification in the second half of 2026, though entry into service may extend into 2027 depending on customer processes. The 777X program, announced in 2013 and originally targeting 2020 service, has faced delays from test flight issues, fuselage ruptures, and engine cracks, with recent fixes addressing most concerns as of early 2026.