Boeing BBJ 787-800

The widebody business jet built for ultra-long-range executive travel.

Overview

Boeing United States ICAO: B788 2013–Present Active $348 million (2019)

The Boeing Business Jet 787-800 adapts the Dreamliner platform for VIP and head-of-state missions. Designed for exceptional range and expansive cabin space, it offers intercontinental capability. The aircraft combines commercial reliability with bespoke executive interiors.

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Specifications

Units
Engine
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Engine type
Turbofan
Thrust
64,000 lbf · 285 kN
Avionics
Rockwell Collins next Gen Avionics
Wing tips
Raked wingtips
Seats
45
Crew
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Cabin width
18 ft 0 in  ·  5.49 m
Cabin height
8 ft 2 in  ·  2.50 m
Cabin length
167 ft 4 in  ·  51.00 m
Exterior length
186 ft 1 in  ·  56.72 m
Tail height
55 ft 6 in  ·  16.92 m
Fuselage diameter
18 ft 11 in  ·  5.77 m
Wing span
196 ft 10 in  ·  60.00 m
Baggage volume
4,880 ft³  ·  138.2 m³
Gross weight
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Empty weight
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Max takeoff weight
502,000 lb  ·  228,000 kg
Max landing weight
380,000 lb  ·  172,500 kg
Max payload
78,000 lb  ·  35,300 kg
Fuel capacity
33,350 gal · 126,200 L · 101,000 kg (Jet A)
Max cruise speed
515 kt  ·  593 mph  ·  954 km/h
Maximum speed
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Cruise speed
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Approach speed
140 kt  ·  161 mph  ·  259 km/h
Range
9,945 nm  ·  11,440 mi  ·  18,420 km
Fuel burn
0.24 nm/gal  ·  0.12 km/L
Ceiling
43,000 ft  ·  13,100 m
Rate of climb
3,000 ft/min  ·  15 m/s
Takeoff distance
9,200 ft  ·  2,800 m
Landing distance
5,000 ft  ·  1,520 m
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Operational Context

Boeing BBJ 787-800 — ultra-long-range widebody executive jet

The BBJ 787-800 is based on the 787-8 airframe with modifications for private and government customers. Structural characteristics remain similar to the commercial model, while the interior is fully customized. The aircraft supports a wide variety of executive configurations.

Powered by two high-bypass turbofan engines producing approximately 70,000 pounds of thrust (311 kN) each depending on selection, the BBJ cruises at around 485 knots (900 km/h). Maximum takeoff weight exceeds 500,000 pounds (227,000 kg). Range can surpass 8,000 nautical miles (14,800 km) depending on configuration.

The BBJ 787-800 competes at the highest end of the executive aviation market. Its large cabin allows offices, lounges, and private suites. The aircraft reflects Boeing’s strategy of adapting commercial platforms for specialized VIP roles.

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