AirInsight
• Addison Schonland
A330-900neo vs Boeing 787-9: lower capital cost, near‑787 economics for many long‑haul routes
Airbus's A330-900neo achieves operating economics close to the Boeing 787-9 while requiring substantially lower capital outlay, producing a more attractive cost-per-seat on many long‑haul routes. The analysis argues carriers should reconsider upgauge and fleet-planning choices where range and mission profile don't demand 787 performance.
