Lufthansa's Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (D-ABPA) in FRA, in the carrier's new blue-and-white livery—a symbol of next-generation long-haul travel.
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Spotter's notes
This specific 787-9, D-ABPA, is named 'Berlin' and joined the Lufthansa fleet in August 2022. It's notable as the launch example of the Dreamliner program for the airline.
Aircraft identity
Registration
D-ABPA
ICAO Type
B789
Model
787-9 Dreamliner
Manufacturer
Boeing
Airline
Lufthansa
Airline Code
DLH / LH
Livery
Lufthansa (2020s corporate livery)
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
GEnx-1B
Thrust
282 kN (63,500 lbf)
Wingspan
60.1 m
Length
62.8 m
Height
17.0 m
MTOW
254,011 kg
Range
14,140 km
Capacity
296 passengers (typical 2-class)
Cruise Speed
913 km/h
Noise Rating
Approaches ICAO Chapter 4 standard (~90-95 dB sideline)