United Airlines 787-8
Overview
The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner is the smallest Dreamliner variant with 12 aircraft and 243 seats. All feature Polaris lie-flat business class and Premium Plus.
Seat Configuration
| Cabin | Seats | Layout |
|---|---|---|
| Polaris Business | 28 | 1-2-1 |
| Premium Plus | 21 | 2-3-2 |
| Economy Plus | 36 | 3-3-3 |
| Economy | 158 | 3-3-3 |
WiFi & In-Flight Entertainment
All 12 have Ku-band satellite WiFi, AVOD + PDE, and 110V AC power.
Routes & Hubs
International routes where a smaller widebody is appropriate.
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Aircraft Registry — All 12 Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner
Complete list of every United Airlines Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner with registration, delivery year, seat configuration, WiFi, IFE, and current status. Data updated daily from public aviation records.
| Reg | AC# | Config | WiFi | IFE | Power | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N20904 | 3904 | 28J/21PE/36E+/158Y | Satl Ku | AVOD/PDE | 110 V | 2012 | Active |
| N26902 | 3902 | 28J/21PE/36E+/158Y | Satl Ku | AVOD/PDE | 110 V | 2012 | Active |
| N26906 | 3906 | 28J/21PE/36E+/158Y | Satl Ku | AVOD/PDE | 110 V | 2012 | SIN Maint 2/2/26 |
| N26909 | 3909 | 28J/21PE/36E+/158Y | Satl Ku | AVOD/PDE | 110 V | 2014 | Active |
| N26910 | 3910 | 28J/21PE/36E+/158Y | Satl Ku | AVOD/PDE | 110 V | 2014 | Active |
| N27901 | 3901 | 28J/21PE/36E+/158Y | Satl Ku | AVOD/PDE | 110 V | 2012 | Active |
| N27903 | 3903 | 28J/21PE/36E+/158Y | Satl Ku | AVOD/PDE | 110 V | 2012 | Active |
| N27908 | 3908 | 28J/21PE/36E+/158Y | Satl Ku | AVOD/PDE | 110 V | 2013 | Active |
| N28912 | 3912 | 28J/21PE/36E+/158Y | Satl Ku | AVOD/PDE | 110 V | 2014 | Active |
| N29907 | 3907 | 28J/21PE/36E+/158Y | Satl Ku | AVOD/PDE | 110 V | 2013 | Active |
| N30913 | 3913 | 28J/21PE/36E+/158Y | Satl Ku | AVOD/PDE | 110 V | 2014 | Active |
| N45905 | 3905 | 28J/21PE/36E+/158Y | Satl Ku | AVOD/PDE | 110 V | 2012 | Active |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Boeing 787-8 Dreamliners does United Airlines have?
12 aircraft, delivered 2012–2014. The smallest variant of the 787 Dreamliner family.
Does the United 787-8 have Polaris business class?
Yes. 28 Polaris lie-flat seats in 1-2-1 configuration with direct aisle access.
What is the seat configuration on United's 787-8?
243 passengers: 28 Polaris (1-2-1), 21 Premium Plus, 36 Economy Plus, 158 Economy.
What is the difference between the 787-8 and 787-9?
The 787-8 is shorter (56.7m vs 62.8m), seats 243 vs 257, and has 28 vs 48 Polaris seats. Both have the same range class.
What routes does United fly the 787-8 on?
International routes from major hubs where demand doesn't justify a larger 787-9 or 787-10.
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