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Air Tahiti Nui's visually striking Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner prepares to land, showcasing its Polynesian livery and raked wingtips.

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📝 Spotter's notes

Distinctive livery featuring Polynesian motifs; the Dreamliner is renowned for its passenger comfort, composite structure, and long-range capability ideal for island–mainland routes.

✈️ Aircraft identity

ICAO Type B789
Model 787-9 Dreamliner
Manufacturer Boeing
Airline Air Tahiti Nui
Airline Code THT / TN
Livery Air Tahiti Nui standard livery (with Polynesian motifs)
Military Civilian

🔧 Technicals

Engine Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 or General Electric GEnx (variant not visible)
Thrust 280–320 kN (depending on variant, not visible)
Wingspan 60.1 meters
Length 62.8 meters
Height 17.0 meters
MTOW 254,011 kg
Range 14,140 km
Capacity 280–296 passengers (typical Air Tahiti Nui configuration is 294)
Cruise Speed 913 km/h
Noise Rating ICAO Chapter 4 / 5 compliant, 85-89 dB (typical)