A China Southern Airlines Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner on short final, showcasing its elegant raked wingtips and distinctive blue livery.
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A China Southern Airlines Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner on short final, showcasing its elegant raked wingtips and distinctive blue livery.
Aircraft identity
ICAO Type
B789
Model
787-9 Dreamliner
Manufacturer
Boeing
Airline
China Southern Airlines
Airline Code
CSN / CZ
Livery
Standard China Southern Airlines livery
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
GEnx-1B or Trent 1000 (not distinguishable from this angle)
Thrust
280–320 kN (63,000–71,000 lbf) each (model dependent)
Wingspan
60.1 m
Length
62.8 m
Height
17.0 m
MTOW
254,011 kg
Range
14,140 km
Capacity
290 passengers (typical 2-class)
Cruise Speed
913 km/h
Noise Rating
~85-90 dB (ICAO Chapter 4 compliant)
Location
Airport Code
CHC/NZCH
Airport Name
Christchurch International Airport
Camera
Device
10th Generation IPad