Ethiopian Airlines and Boeing have announced the purchase of six 787 Dreamliner jets as the
airline fully exercises commitments from its 2023 landmark order.
Ethiopian Airlines said it will use the 787-9 jets to expand its intercontinental network from Addis Ababa and
increase cargo capacity as demand for long-haul travel continues to rise.
“Converting the options of six Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner airplanes into a firm order is truly a
proud moment for us,” said Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO, Mr. Mesfin Tasew. “The
order shows Ethiopian Airlines’ sustainable growth and preparation for further achievements.
Growing our fleet size with ultra-modern airplane such as the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, we
are further maintaining operational excellence and passenger’s comfort.”
Ethiopian Airlines operates Africa’s largest 787 Dreamliner fleet, flying its 787-8 and
787-9 jets on intercontinental routes from Addis Ababa to high-demand destinations
across Europe, Asia and North America as well as key intra-African routes spanning
the world’s second-largest continent.
“We’re proud that Ethiopian Airlines continues to look to the 787 Dreamliner to serve as the
backbone of their fleet as they grow and modernize their operations, open new routes and
comfortably serve more passengers,” said Anbessie Yitbarek, Boeing vice president of
Commercial Sales and Marketing for Africa. The 787 Dreamliner’s versatility and reduced fuel use enable Ethiopian Airlines to efficiently transport passenger’s point-to-point across Africa while accommodating
cargo in the belly of the airplane for high-demand trade lanes.
