Alaska Air Group May Convert Five Boeing 787-9 Orders to Larger 787-10 Dreamliners

The Alaska Air Group is reportedly considering converting its outstanding orders for five Boeing 787-9s into the larger 787-10 Dreamliner variant, according to information obtained by Seeking Alpha from an internal report.

The proposed change involves the aircraft originally ordered by Hawaiian Airlines, now under Alaska’s umbrella, and would reflect a strategy to meet growing demand on popular routes by offering greater passenger capacity.

Currently, the U.S. airline group is said to hold four 787-10s and seven 787-9s on firm order, along with five additional options. The investment in the Dreamliner family is aimed at strengthening Alaska’s long-haul operations from Seattle, with a focus on efficiency and passenger comfort.

As the largest member of the 787 Dreamliner family, the Boeing 787-10 allows airlines to optimize operations at congested airports and maximize revenue potential on key routes between Hawaii, the U.S. mainland, and Asia. The move would align with Alaska Air Group’s confidence in the continued demand for travel across these markets.

While the potential conversion has not yet been officially confirmed, it would represent a significant step in Alaska’s fleet expansion and modernization strategy. Deploying the 787-10 could bring substantial operational and economic advantages, strengthening the airline’s competitive position in the long-haul market.

In addition, Alaska Airlines—traditionally focused on domestic flights—will be operating widebody aircraft for the first time. The company forecasts a fleet of up to 17 Boeing 787s by 2030, leveraging its merger with Hawaiian Airlines to expand its international network and introduce long-haul services.

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