Air Astana’s First Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner Begins Flight Testing

Air Astana’s first Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, registered EI-KZA, has begun factory flight tests at Boeing’s production facility in Charleston, USA. According to Air Astana, the first test flight took place on October 1, 2026. Boeing is continuing the required certification procedures ahead of the aircraft’s delivery.

The first three Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners are scheduled to enter service in Air Astana’s fleet in 2027. As part of the fleet renewal program, the new aircraft will gradually replace the existing Boeing 767-300ERs, with the aim of improving operational efficiency and passenger comfort and expanding the international route network.