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The Boeing 787 Dreamliner series, produced by the Chicago-based aircraft manufacturer Boeing, includes several variants that have been developed to meet diverse airline needs. The series consists of the 787-8, 787-9, and 787-10 models. Each variant offers different capabilities in terms of passenger capacity and range.
Among these, the Boeing 787-9 stands out as a popular choice for airlines due to its balance between capacity and range. It can fly up to 7,565 nautical miles and seats approximately 300 passengers in a typical configuration. This makes it suitable for long-haul routes that demand efficiency and moderate capacity. "The Boeing 787-9 is around 200 feet long," offering a two-class seating arrangement with an operational range of about "7,500 nautical miles."
On the other hand, the larger Boeing 787-10 has faced challenges in achieving similar sales figures. Although it is capable of carrying more than 330 passengers over medium-haul distances with a range of approximately "6,330 nautical miles," its reduced range compared to the smaller variant limits its use on longer routes. The model was launched by Singapore Airlines in April 2018 but has not matched the sales success of its sibling.
