Royal Brunei Airlines Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner preparing for departure in the warm golden hour light.
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Spotter's notes
The 787 is notable for its raked wingtips, large windows, and modern styling. Royal Brunei's Dreamliners are used for both regional and long-haul international flights.
Aircraft identity
ICAO Type
B788
Model
787-8 Dreamliner
Manufacturer
Boeing
Airline
Royal Brunei Airlines
Airline Code
RBA / BI
Livery
Royal Brunei Airlines standard livery
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 or GEnx (most likely Trent 1000 for Royal Brunei)
Thrust
282–320 kN (63,600–71,000 lbf) per engine
Wingspan
60.12 meters
Length
56.69 meters
Height
16.94 meters
MTOW
227,930 kg
Range
13,620 kilometers
Capacity
Typically 242 passengers (two-class)
Cruise Speed
913 km/h
Noise Rating
Below ICAO Chapter 4 (around 85 dB takeoff, one of the quieter widebodies)
