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30 Dec 2025, 04:24Z

British Airways Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (G-ZBJE) at the gate, ready for its next long-haul mission.

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📝 Spotter's notes

The visible 'BJE' nosegear code matches G-ZBJE, delivered new to British Airways in 2017.

✈️ Aircraft identity

Registration BJE (last three of reg visible; likely G-ZBJE)
ICAO Type B789
Model 787-9 Dreamliner
Manufacturer Boeing
Airline British Airways
Airline Code BAW / BA
Livery British Airways
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 kilograms
Range 14,140 kilometers
Capacity Typically 216–290 passengers (British Airways config: ~216-254)
Cruise Speed 913 km/h
Noise Rating Under ICAO Chapter 4 standards, 87–89 dB (departure), 85–87 dB (arrival)