United Airlines adjusted its outstanding Boeing 787 Dreamliner order. The carrier converted 56 orders for the 787-9 model to the larger 787-10 variant.
This strategic shift increases the future 787-10 fleet to 77 aircraft. United now holds 85 orders for the 787-9. Deliveries for the converted 787-10s are scheduled to begin in 2028.
The airline implemented this change to increase passenger capacity and improve unit costs on high-density routes. This move reflects a strategic fleet optimization.
The 787-10 is better suited for service to Europe, South America, and parts of North Asia. The 787-9 remains crucial for ultra-long-haul flights.