Lufthansa faces delays in receiving its Boeing 787 Dreamliners due to regulatory issues. The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has not approved the airline’s new Allegris seats. While Boeing has 13 Dreamliners ready, six feature the Allegris seats, awaiting certification. This setback disrupts Lufthansa’s fleet expansion plans.

Lufthansa’s Allegris cabin upgrade program is experiencing delays. The airline has already equipped its Airbus A350s with the new cabin, sourced from suppliers like Stelia Aerospace and Collins Aerospace. The FAA’s hold-up is preventing further deliveries of Boeing 787s with the new seats.

Lufthansa originally planned to retrofit 120 intercontinental aircraft by 2025. However, supply chain issues and weight distribution challenges delayed the program. Now, Lufthansa aims to complete the upgrades by 2027 and equip the Boeing 787s with the Allegris cabin soon.

The airline’s fleet of Boeing 787-9s is young, averaging just 3.4 years old. Lufthansa is awaiting delivery of 34 more 787-9s. These planes will seat 294 passengers in a three-class layout, with an emphasis on premium seating.

Lufthansa remains committed to expanding its Boeing 787 fleet. The airline will adjust schedules and work through logistical challenges while awaiting FAA approval. It looks forward to enhancing its service with the new cabins.

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