Ethiopian Airlines Strengthens Future Fleet With Nine Additional Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners
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Ethiopian Airlines has confirmed its purchase of nine Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, with delivery planned between 2031 and 2033.
The additional aircraft will expand the airline’s route network and enhance its international connectivity, providing more flexible flight options for passengers.
“We are pleased to confirm the order for nine Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft to further expand our existing fleet. This order underscores our continued commitment to enhancing our fleet with modern, fuel-efficient aircraft, thereby further strengthening our customer service. We will continue to acquire more aircraft and adopt the latest technologies as part of our strategic vision to advance sustainable aviation,” said Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO, Mesfin Tasew.
Ethiopian operates Africa’s largest 787 Dreamliner fleet, with its 787-8 and 787-9 jets serving intercontinental routes from Addis Ababa to high-demand destinations across Europe, Asia and North America as well as key intra-African routes.
The latest order brings Ethiopian’s total number of Boeing 787-9s on order to 20 aircraft.
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