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El Al Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner taxis on a snowy apron, as seen through a vehicle window.

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📝 Spotter's notes

Photo taken in winter conditions, snow and ice clearly visible on ground and window; classic El Al blue cheatline visible.

✈️ Aircraft identity

ICAO Type B789
Model 787-9 Dreamliner
Manufacturer Boeing
Airline El Al Israel Airlines
Airline Code ELY / LY
Livery El Al standard
Military Civilian

🔧 Technicals

Engine GEnx-1B or Trent 1000 (exact variant not visible)
Thrust Each engine approx 320 kN (71,000 lbf) thrust
Wingspan 60.12 meters
Length 62.81 meters
Height 17.02 meters
MTOW 254,011 kilograms
Range 14,140 kilometers
Capacity Approx 280 passengers (typical 2-class config)
Cruise Speed 913 km/h
Noise Rating ICAO Chapter 4, 85-90 dB on takeoff

📍 Location

Airport Code JFK/KJFK
Airport Name John F. Kennedy International Airport