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 or added cargo capacity. Darren Hulst, Boeing’s vice president of commercial marketing, stated these aircraft are already in production and advancing toward certification. The enhancements enable flights up to 400 miles farther or carry five to six additional tons of cargo.
Announced at the Singapore Airshow, the improved wide-body jets address airline demands for longer routes amid rising global traffic. Boeing has maintained its expanded monthly 787 production rate from 2025 into 2026, with further increases targeted for 2027. Production lists confirm specific units, such as a 787-9 for Scoot airline slated for February 2026 delivery.
LATAM Airlines kicked off its 2026 fleet expansion with a new 787-9 arriving in Santiago from Charleston on December 30, 2025. CEO Robert Alvo noted the airline incorporated 26 new aircraft in 2025, reaching a fleet over 370 strong, and expects 41 more in 2026, including additional 787s alongside Airbus A320/A321neos and Embraer E195-E2 jets. This supports LATAM’s shift to modern, efficient aircraft equipped with GE Aerospace GEnx engines.
Separately, Boeing anticipates 777X certification in the second half of 2026, though entry into service may extend into 2027 pending customer processes. The first production 777X flight is scheduled for April 2026, marking progress on the program delayed since its 2013 announcement.