Ethiopian Airlines has been recognized “with three accolades at the PAX Readership Awards 2026, in Hamburg Germany.” The airline confirms that it received the awards in the following categories: Outstanding Food Service by a Carrier – Africa Best Overall Passenger Experience – Africa Best Children’s Amenity Kit – Africa According to Ethiopian Airlines, “these prestigious recognitions highlight Ethiopian Airlines’ continued …
Ethiopian Airlines Celebrates 80TH Anniversary And 65 Years Of Partnership With Nigeria
Ethiopian Airlines has celebrated its 80th anniversary highlighting its history from a single flight destination to a network of 144 destinations and the partnership with Nigeria which has spanned over 65 years. Celebrating the historic milestone, Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO, Mr. Mesfin Tasew announced the beginning of the airline’s 80th year service anniversary celebrations at a press conference held at the …
Ethiopian Airlines Converts Options Of Six Boeing 787 Dreamliner Into Firm Orders
Ethiopian Airlines and aircraft manufacturer, Boeing have announced “the purchase of six 787 Dreamliner jets as the airline fully exercises commitments from its 2023 landmark order.” Ethiopian Airlines says 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.” Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO, Mr. …
Ethiopian Airlines Leases Two New ATR 72-600 From Abelo For Air Congo’s Operations
Turboprop aircraft lessor, Abelo has leased two new ATR72-600 aircraft to Ethiopian Airlines Group for operations by its partner airline, Air Congo. According to Abelo, “the delivery of the aircraft is a significant step towards supporting Air Congo’s growth and network expansion.” Chief Executive Officer, Abelo, Stephen Gorman said it was “honoured to have been selected by Ethiopian Airlines Group …
Ethiopian Airlines Celebrates IWD ‘26 With All Women Operated Flights To Eight Destinations
Ethiopian Airlines Group celebrated the “International Women’s Day with all women functioned flights to eight destinations, highlighting the airline’s 8 decades in service.” Ethiopian Airlines celebrated the occasion and announced the “launch of the flights at a grand event held on the evening of 07 March 2026 at Ethiopian Skylight Hotel, attended by government officials, the airline’s executives, women leaders, …
Ethiopian Airlines To Inaugurate Three New Domestic Airports, Launches New Passenger Services
Ethiopian Airlines says it will “inaugurate three new domestic airports and launch passenger flights to the destinations by mid-April 2026. The new airports are located in Negele Borena, Gore Metu, and Debre Markos.” The airline says it plans to “operate thrice weekly passenger flights to each of the destinations. The addition of the 3 destinations increases Ethiopian Airlines’ domestic network …
Ethiopian Airlines Commences Construction Of Bishoftu International Airport
Ethiopian Airlines Group has announced “the official construction commencement of Bishoftu International Airport. Construction has begun today, January 10, 2026, following an official groundbreaking ceremony.” ET reports that the event was graced by His Excellency Dr. Abiy Ahmed, the Prime Minister of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, ministers, high level government officials, industry leaders, stakeholders, and Ethiopian Airlines executives. …
Ethiopian Airlines Launches New Service To Lyon, France
Ethiopian Airlines has announced “its plan to launch a new thrice-weekly passenger service to Lyon, France, via Geneva, Switzerland, starting from 02 July 2026.” According to the airline, “With the addition of Lyon, Ethiopian Airlines will expand its network in France to three destinations, alongside Paris and Marseille, further strengthening its presence in the country and across Europe, while enhancing …
Ethiopian Airlines Launches Service To Jizan, Saudi Arabia
Ethiopian Airlines has confirmed that it is launching “a new passenger service to Jizan, Saudi Arabia, effective February 1st, 2026.” According to the airline, the launch of this service expands its “network in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to five joining Jeddah, Dammam, Riyadh, and Madinah, offering enhanced flight options for its customers to and from the region across its …
Ethiopian Airlines Leases Two ATR 72-600 For Air Congo Operations
Ethiopian Airlines has confirmed the lease of “two brand-new ATR 72-600 aircraft, to be operated by 49%-owned Air Congo, the Democratic Republic of Congo’s national carrier. The aircraft are scheduled to enter service in February 2026.” ATR says: “This agreement marks a significant milestone in ATR’s expansion in Africa, as Ethiopian Airlines, the continent’s most influential aviation group, relies on …










