✈️ Ethiopian Airlines is revving up its fleet growth! Earlier this week, the carrier placed a fresh order for nine Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, marking a major step in its plan to meet rising long-distance travel demand.
This new buy takes Ethiopian's total Boeing orders locked in as of December 2025 to 20 fuel-efficient jets – adding to the previous commitment for 11 737 MAX aircraft announced at last year’s Dubai Airshow. Boeing 787-9 models are prized for their extra seating capacity and efficient fuel use, which means lower emissions per passenger and a smoother flight experience. 🌱
With this order, Ethiopian Airlines – already boasting Africa’s largest Dreamliner fleet – aims to expand its network of 145 international destinations even further. Expect more direct routes from Addis Ababa to hotspots across Europe, Asia (think Mumbai, Singapore) and North America, plus key intra-African links.
Group CEO Mesfin Tasew highlighted the move as part of the airline’s “strategic vision to advance sustainable aviation,” underlining a commitment to greener, modern aircraft that boost customer experience.
For young jet-setters in South and Southeast Asia, this means smoother connections, more flight options, and a smaller carbon footprint. Get ready to plan those next big adventures – your travel game is about to level up! 🌍✨
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