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Virgin Atlantic Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner being towed on a wet taxiway with SriLankan Airlines aircraft visible in the background.
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Spotter's notes
The Boeing 787-9 is recognized for its raked wingtips, engine chevrons, and modern composite fuselage. Virgin Atlantic features these on many of its long-haul operations.
Aircraft identity
ICAO Type
B789
Model
787-9 Dreamliner
Manufacturer
Boeing
Airline
Virgin Atlantic
Airline Code
VIR / VS
Livery
Virgin Atlantic (standard livery)
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
Rolls-Royce Trent 1000
Thrust
320 kN (72,000 lbf) per engine
Wingspan
60.1 meters
Length
62.8 meters
Height
17.0 meters
MTOW
254,011 kg
Range
14,140 km
Capacity
Typically 264–296 passengers (2-class layout)
Cruise Speed
913 km/h
Noise Rating
Below ICAO Chapter 4 standards (~85 dB at takeoff)