Recent Updates

The 50 most recent non-delivery updates for Boeing 787 airframes
(operator changes, storage, return to service, registrations, etc.)

Date LN Registration MSN Operator Update Detail
7 Aug 2026 0007 JA803A34485Air JapanStored
28 Jul 2026 1196 D-ABPQ66827LufthansaA Lufthansa Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, D-ABPQ, experienced a sudden nose gear collapse when standing at gate A15 (Terminal 1) at Frankfurt Airport (FRA/EDDF), Frankfurt, Hesse. Two cabin crew members and several other employees of service providers were injured and taken to a hospital for medical treatment. Flight DLH450 to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX/KLAX) was cancelled. There were 13 crewmembers and no passengers on board and the aircraft was taken out of service for inspection and repairs. The preliminary report states that technicians were conducting a test to resolve an issue regarding the control system for the main landing gear doors, as a part of this test the landing gear lever should be in the "UP" position. It was found during the investigation that the landing gear downlock pin for the nose landing gear was not installed and still in the storage box.
27 Jul 2026 1314 B-1881668388China AirlinesModeS - 89910C
27 Jul 2026 1314 B-1881668388China AirlinesFirst Flight
25 Jul 2026 0791 N840AN40656American AirlinesOn flight AA719 from Rome to Philadelphia, Cabin crew where affected by an odour present on board, six fo the nine flight attendants reported feeling dizzy so the aircraft diverted to Dublin
23 Jul 2026 1090 D-ABQE66874LufthansaFerried to Malta for Interior Fitting
22 Jul 2026 1308 G-ZBXATBCBritish AirwaysFerried to Paine Airport
21 Jul 2026 1036 N2016866408The Boeing Companyreports aircraft is being used as the latest ECO-Demonstrator
21 Jul 2026 0279 N800AV36526AviancaReturned to Service
20 Jul 2026 1308 G-ZBXATBCBritish AirwaysFirst Flight
20 Jul 2026 1097 N780HA66428Alaska AirlinesReturned to Service
19 Jul 2026 1097 N780HA66428Alaska AirlinesEngine Vibrations led to aircraft returning to Rome Fiumicino airport.
17 Jul 2026 1317 N8111068656United AirlinesFirst Flight
16 Jul 2026 1316 B-228R68970Air ChinaFerried to Paine Airport
16 Jul 2026 1036 D-ABQF66408LufthansaFerried Montana
16 Jul 2026 1318 CC-BME65113LANModeS - E80494
16 Jul 2026 1318 CC-BME65113LANFirst Flight
15 Jul 2026 0983 N1002R63349LufthansaFerried to Main Airport
15 Jul 2026 1316 B-228R68970Air ChinaModeS - 7823EA
15 Jul 2026 1316 B-228R68970Air ChinaFirst Flight
15 Jul 2026 0662 G-CKOF38786Norse Atlantic Airways UKReturned to Service
13 Jul 2026 1315 N6110968655United AirlinesModeS - A7F4EF
13 Jul 2026 1315 N6110968655United AirlinesFirst Flight
13 Jul 2026 1046 N879PK62177LufthansaFerried to Kelly Field
13 Jul 2026 0662 G-CKOF38786Norse Atlantic Airways UKUnable to retract nose gear after take off from LHR
10 Jul 2026 0983 N1002R63349LufthansaModeS - AC197D
10 Jul 2026 0988 EC-ODH62146Air EuropaFrom Avhearld - https://avherald.com/h?article=53be7151&opt=0 An Iberia Airbus A321-200N, registration EC-OLE performing flight IB-140 (dep Jul 9th) from Recife,PE (Brazil) to Madrid,SP (Spain), was enroute northbound at FL360 over the Atlantic near the West Saharan Coast on airway N857. An Air Europa Boeing 787-9, registration EC-ODH performing flight UX-57 (sched. dep Jul 9th, act. dep Jul 10th) from Madrid,SP (Spain) to Sao Paulo Guarulhos,SP (Brazil), was enroute southbound on the same airway at FL360 over the Atlantic near the West Saharan Coast. TCAS resolution advisories activated in both cockpits, the A21N descended and the B789 climbed. According to information The Aviation Herald received, both aircraft had been cleared to maintain FL360 when TCAS RA occurred at about 01:22 UTC: Both aircraft continued to their destinations for safe landings. Spain's CIAIAC opened an investigation and reported on Jul 17th 2026: "On July 10, 2026, the AIRBUS A-321 aircraft with registration EC-OLE and call sign IBE0140 was flying on airway N857 at flight level FL360 heading northeast, located between points ETIBA and BIPET in the oceanic sector of the FIR/UIR of the Canary Islands (Spain). At 01:23 UTC, a TCAS TA warning was activated, followed by another “TCAS RA DESCEND” warning, because another BOEING 787-9 aircraft with registration EC-NBM and flight call sign AEA05 was at the same flight level flying on the same airway in the opposite direction. On this other aircraft, a “TCAS RA CLIMB” alert was activated. The AIRBUS A-321 aircraft descended 500 ft following the system instructions, until it received the LEVEL OFF instruction, and the BOEING 787-9 aircraft ascended 400 ft, also following the system instructions, until it received the “CLEAR OF CONFLICT” warning. The two aircraft continued their respective flights without any injuries or personal damage."
8 Jul 2026 0043 HS-34925Thai Airways InternationalLeased to Airline
8 Jul 2026 0104 HS-34930Thai Airways InternationalLeased to Thai Airways International
8 Jul 2026 0024 JA802A34497Air JapanStored
8 Jul 2026 0008 JA801A34488Air JapanStored
8 Jul 2026 0372 A7-BUB42379Qatar AirwaysStored
7 Jul 2026 1312 HZ-RXAG69477Riyadh AirFirst Flight
7 Jul 2026 0244 HS-TQD35320Thai Airways InternationalTest flight
7 Jul 2026 0043 HS-34925AvolonSold to Avolon
7 Jul 2026 0104 HS-34930AvolonSold to Avolon
6 Jul 2026 1182 D-ABPJ66821LufthansaFerried to Paine Field
6 Jul 2026 0036 HS-TQH34924Thai Airways InternationalAircraft seen in full Livery
5 Jul 2026 1267 N6110168647United AirlinesNoted aircraft back in USA, being used on shorter internal flights
3 Jul 2026 1267 N6110168647United AirlinesIssues are LHR, flight cancelled, still has issues. Moisture found in wiring. Some COAX Cable connectors bad and wiring issues. Wiring and connector issues seem to have problem fixed 04 Jul LHR.
3 Jul 2026 0476 N792AV37510AviancaReturned to service following engine replacement
2 Jul 2026 1183 D-ABPK66822LufthansaFerried to Paine Field for Delivery Preparations
2 Jul 2026 1267 N6110168647United AirlinesAircraft returned to Operator
1 Jul 2026 0476 N792AV37510AviancaNumber 1 Engine failure indication, returned to Spain.
1 Jul 2026 0298 ET-ASI38758Air CongoPainted in hybrid Air Congo / Ethiopian Airlines Colour Scheme, suggesting long term Sub Lease
30 Jun 2026 0256 G-VOOH37968Virgin Atlantic AirwaysEngineer, 23, Dies in Tragic Boeing 787 Maintenance Accident at Heathrow Airport A 23-year-old Virgin Atlantic aircraft engineer has tragically died following an accident while carrying out maintenance on a Boeing 787 at Heathrow Airport. Georgie Buxton was reportedly conducting maintenance tests inside one of the aircraft's fuel tanks when equipment is believed to have collapsed, causing fatal injuries. The aircraft involved has been grounded while a full investigation takes place. Virgin Atlantic is working alongside the relevant authorities and Boeing to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident. At this stage, the exact cause of the accident remains unknown. Georgie joined Virgin Atlantic as an aircraft technician two years ago and was described by colleagues as a much-loved member of the engineering team. In a statement, Virgin Atlantic said: "We are heartbroken to confirm that a much-loved member of our engineering team has passed away. Our thoughts are firmly with Georgie's family, loved ones, friends and colleagues at this incredibly sad and challenging time. We're providing support to loved ones wherever we can and sharing our heartfelt condolences to everyone affected. Georgie's family has asked for privacy at this very difficult time. The safety and wellbeing of our people is always our top priority, and we are devastated by this incident. We are working closely with the relevant authorities and the aircraft manufacturer on the investigation to establish all the facts. Out of respect for those involved, and while the investigation is ongoing, we are unable to provide any further information at this stage." Heathrow Airport also expressed its condolences, saying: "We were very sorry to hear of this tragic accident. Our thoughts are with Georgie's family and friends, as well as all of our colleagues in the wider Virgin Atlantic family who feel this loss." As the investigation continues, the aviation community mourns the loss of a young engineer whose career had only just begun. Everyone at Boeing 787 Register extends their deepest condolences to Georgie's family, friends, and colleagues during this incredibly difficult time. May he rest in peace.
30 Jun 2026 0761 B-206K63709China Eastern AirlinesSold to China Eastern Airlines
30 Jun 2026 0786 B-208P63170China Eastern AirlinesSold to China Eastern Airlines
30 Jun 2026 1311 N7110868654United AirlinesModeS - A9823D
30 Jun 2026 0343 CN-RHV41543Royal Air MarocRe-Registered