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📝 Spotter's notes

The visible raked wingtips and nose shape confirm Dreamliner, and the fuselage length points to the -9 variant. United’s new globe livery is prominent on the tail.

✈️ Aircraft identity

ICAO Type B789
Model 787-9 Dreamliner
Manufacturer Boeing
Airline United Airlines
Airline Code UAL / UA
Livery United Airlines new livery (blue/white globe)
Military Civilian

🔧 Technicals

Engine GEnx-1B or Trent 1000 (specific variant not visible)
Thrust 296–320 kN (66,500–72,000 lbf) per engine
Wingspan 60.12 meters
Length 62.81 meters
Height 17.02 meters
MTOW 254,011 kg
Range 14,140 km
Capacity 290 passengers (typical 2-class layout)
Cruise Speed 913 km/h
Noise Rating ICAO Chapter 4 compliant (~85 dB at takeoff, varies by engine/config)

📍 Location

Airport Code MUC/EDDM
Airport Name Munich Airport