Aircraft

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)