Air Astana’s first 787-9 Dreamliner undergoes flight testing ahead of 2027 debut

Air Astana's inaugural Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner is currently engaged in flight testing at Boeing’s facility located in Charleston, South Carolina. The aircraft represents the Kazakh airline’s commitment to modernizing its fleet with advanced technology. Flight tests are scheduled to continue before the anticipated operational introduction of the new airliner. AeroTime reports that this marks a significant step for Air Astana as they prepare for service commencing in 2027. This particular 787-9 will be the first of its kind operated by the Central Asian carrier.