Boeing plans to deliver the first 787 Dreamliner aircraft with increased maximum takeoff weight (MTOW) in the first half of 2026. The upgrades apply to the 787-9 and 787-10 variants, enhancing competitiveness against the Airbus A350.
At the Singapore Airshow, Boeing Vice President of Commercial Marketing Darren Hulst confirmed that the 787-9 MTOW rises by 4,540 kg (10,000 lb) to approximately 259,230 kg (571,500 lb), while the 787-10 gains 6,450 kg (14,219 lb) to 260,360 kg (574,000 lb). These changes yield a range extension of about 400 nautical miles (740 km) without additional fuel capacity, or up to six tons (12,000 lb) more cargo payload.
Current baseline ranges stand at 7,565 nmi (14,010 km) for the 787-9 and 6,330 nmi (11,730 km) for the 787-10, with passenger capacities of 296 and 336 respectively. The modifications stem from design adjustments announced in 2022, enabling longer routes or higher payloads.
The first higher-MTOW airframes are already in production and advancing toward certification. Hulst noted the aircraft are moving through Boeing’s production system, positioning the Dreamliner— the best-selling twin-aisle widebody—for improved operational flexibility amid ongoing fleet demands.
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