FAA Certifies Higher Takeoff Weights for Boeing 787-9 and 787-10

Overview

• The FAA approved an increased maximum takeoff weight for the 787-9 and 787-10, giving operators more flexibility on long-haul flights.
• The new limits add about 10,000 pounds on the 787-9 and 14,000 pounds on the 787-10, which can translate into several tons of extra payload or a few hundred nautical miles of added range.
• Aircraft built since December 2025 are structurally ready for the change, and airlines can switch on the higher limit at delivery or later for each individual jet.
• Air New Zealand is among the first expected users, saying the upgrade helps carry more load on ultra long-haul routes.
• The higher limits will factor into performance planning, affecting runway needs, climb margins, landing fees and how dispatchers plan fuel without offloading passengers or cargo.