Ethiopian Airlines is preparing to take delivery of a new Boeing 737-8 MAX, marking another step in the flag carrier’s ongoing fleet modernization and capacity expansion strategy.
Ethiopian Airlines is on the verge of placing a major order for up to 10 long-haul freighters with Boeing, marking another bold step in the airline’s bid to become a dominant global cargo player.
Ethiopian Airlines is set to further modernize its narrowbody fleet as it prepares to take delivery of a new Boeing 737-8 MAX, highlighting the carrier’s intention to bolster regional and medium-haul operations.
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CDB Aviation, a wholly owned Irish subsidiary of China Development Bank Financial Leasing Co., Ltd., has announced the signing of lease agreements with Ethiopian Airlines for two Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft, further strengthening the African flag carrier’s position as a regional leader in fleet modernization and connectivity.
Ethiopian Airlines has confirmed it will receive two electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft in 2026, as part of a strategic partnership established with Archer Aviation in March 2025. The deal marks a significant step forward in the airline’s commitment to embracing cutting-edge aviation technologies and exploring sustainable transportation options.
Ethiopian Airlines, the flag carrier of Ethiopia and Africa’s largest airline by fleet size, has taken delivery of a Boeing 737-8, identified by manufacturer serial number 62462, powered by LEAP-1B28 engines. The aircraft forms part of the airline’s long-term growth strategy and commitment to operating a modern, fuel-efficient fleet.
Malawi Airlines is undergoing a fleet renewal initiative with the addition of a Boeing 737-700, bearing serial number 30726, as it simultaneously phases out an older B737-700 with serial number 33787. The newly delivered aircraft is owned by Dara Aviation, an Ireland-based leasing firm, while the outgoing aircraft was previously owned by Ethiopian Airlines.
Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest carrier, has taken delivery of a new Boeing 737-8, bearing serial number 62461, powered by LEAP-1B28 engines. This delivery marks another step in the airline’s strategy to modernize its narrowbody fleet and enhance capacity on regional and medium-haul routes across Africa and beyond.
Badr Airlines, a passenger and cargo carrier based in Sudan, has taken delivery of a Boeing 737-800 aircraft bearing the manufacturer serial number 41158. The aircraft is owned by Ethiopian Airlines, which is one of Africa’s largest aviation groups and a major lessor in the region. This latest addition brings Badr Airlines’ fleet size to nine aircraft, supporting the airline’s growing…
