El Al Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner in special retro livery preparing at the gate.

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📝 Spotter's notes

This aircraft features El Al’s special retro livery, celebrating the airline’s heritage. 787-9s operate El Al's flagship international routes.

✈️ Aircraft identity

Registration 4X-EDF
ICAO Type B789
Model 787-9 Dreamliner
Manufacturer Boeing
Airline El Al Israel Airlines
Airline Code ELY / LY
Livery El Al special/retro livery
Military Civilian

🔧 Technicals

Engine GEnx-1B or Trent 1000 (most El Al 787-9 use GEnx-1B)
Thrust 282–320 kN (63,600–71,000 lbf)
Wingspan 60.1 m
Length 62.8 m
Height 17.0 m
MTOW 254,011 kg
Range 13,950 km
Capacity 290 passengers
Cruise Speed 913 km/h
Noise Rating ICAO Chapter 4 compliant (~85 dB on approach)