BBJ 787

The BBJ 787 (based on the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner) achieves approximately 9,800–10,200 NM range. Combined with an 18.7 ft wide fuselage — three times the width of any purpose-built business jet — and accommodation for up to 50 passengers in extreme luxury, it is the apex of private aviation.

The Boeing 787 type rating is a commercial widebody rating available at Boeing Training Seattle, CAE, and FlightSafety for approximately $65,000. The 787's composite airframe and more-electric architecture require extended initial training compared to aluminium-airframe types.

Completions range from ultra-exclusive 10–20 passenger royal/head-of-state layouts (master suite, formal dining, multiple lounges) to 40–60 passenger executive shuttles. The composite fuselage allows a lower cabin altitude (6,000 ft vs 8,000 ft) and higher humidity, improving passenger comfort on ultra-long sectors.

Variable costs run approximately $12,000–$16,000/hr. Annual fixed costs for full flight and cabin crew, GoldCare maintenance, insurance, and hangar typically total $5.0M–$7.5M. At 600 hours/year, total annual cost is approximately $12.2M–$17.1M.

Rarely — fewer than 40 BBJ 787s have been delivered globally. Pre-owned units appear through government fleet changes or estate disposals. Pricing for aircraft with recent completions ranges from $180M to $280M. New orders require a 3–5 year delivery timeline.