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A United Airlines Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner on approach with the Los Angeles skyline in the background.
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Spotter's notes
The city skyline in the background is Los Angeles. United operates multiple 787 variants. The wing shape and raked wingtips are characteristic of the Dreamliner.
Aircraft identity
ICAO Type
B788
Model
787-8 Dreamliner
Manufacturer
Boeing
Airline
United Airlines
Airline Code
UAL / UA
Livery
United Airlines (new globe livery)
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
GEnx-1B or Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 (exact model not discernible at this distance)
Thrust
280–320 kN (62,800–71,600 lbf)
Wingspan
60.1 m
Length
56.7 m
Height
16.9 m
MTOW
227,930 kg
Range
13,530 km
Capacity
242–296 passengers
Cruise Speed
913 km/h
Noise Rating
ICAO Chapter 4 compliant; typical 85–90 dB on takeoff at 1,500 m distance