Boeing BBJ 787-9

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

Overview

Boeing United States ICAO: B789 2018–Present Active $239 million (2018)

The Boeing BBJ 787-9 is a VIP adaptation of the 787-9 Dreamliner. Designed for government and private operators, it combines long range with expansive cabin space. The aircraft supports fully customized interior layouts.

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Specifications

Units
Engine
2 × GEnx-1B or Rolls-Royce Trent 1000
Engine type
Turbofan
Thrust
2 × 71,000 lbf · 316 kN
Avionics
Honeywell and Rockwell Collins
Wing tips
Raked wingtips
Seats
40
Crew
—
Cabin width
18 ft 0 in  ·  5.49 m
Cabin height
7 ft 7 in  ·  2.32 m
Cabin length
158 ft 11 in  ·  48.43 m
Exterior length
206 ft 1 in  ·  62.81 m
Tail height
55 ft 10 in  ·  17.02 m
Fuselage diameter
18 ft 11 in  ·  5.77 m
Wing span
197 ft 3 in  ·  60.12 m
Baggage volume
6,162 ft³  ·  174.5 m³
Gross weight
—
Empty weight
—
Max takeoff weight
560,000 lb  ·  254,000 kg
Max landing weight
425,000 lb  ·  193,000 kg
Max payload
105,000 lb  ·  47,600 kg
Fuel capacity
33,400 gal · 126,400 L · 101,100 kg (Jet A)
Max cruise speed
488 kt  ·  562 mph  ·  904 km/h
Maximum speed
—
Cruise speed
—
Approach speed
153 kt  ·  176 mph  ·  283 km/h
Range
9,485 nm  ·  10,920 mi  ·  17,570 km
Fuel burn
—
Ceiling
43,100 ft  ·  13,100 m
Rate of climb
2,500 ft/min  ·  13 m/s
Takeoff distance
10,400 ft  ·  3,170 m
Landing distance
5,700 ft  ·  1,740 m
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Operational Context

Boeing BBJ 787-9 — ultra-long-range widebody executive jet

The BBJ 787-9 is derived from the commercial 787-9, which first flew in 2013 and entered service in 2014. The business jet variant retains the airframe and systems of the airline model while allowing bespoke cabin design. It offers significantly more interior volume than traditional business jets.

Powered by two Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 or General Electric GEnx engines producing approximately 74,000 pounds of thrust (329 kN) each, the BBJ 787-9 cruises at around 485 knots (900 km/h). Maximum takeoff weight exceeds 560,000 pounds (254,000 kg). Range can exceed 9,000 nautical miles (16,670 km) depending on configuration.

The BBJ 787-9 operates in the highest tier of executive aviation. It supports intercontinental nonstop missions with extensive onboard amenities. The aircraft reflects Boeing’s strategy of adapting commercial platforms for VIP markets.