20-January-2026

Ethiopian Airlines Group, Africa’s leading carrier, has confirmed purchase of nine Boeing 787-9 aircraft, with deliveries planned between 2031 and 2033. The addition of the aircraft aims at expanding the airline’s route network and enhance its international connectivity, providing more flexible flight options for passengers.Read more...

17 January 2026.

Ethiopian Aviation University, the largest aviation center of excellence in Africa, graduates 457 aviation professionals from 12 countries. The graduates were trainees of the university’s Pilot Training, Aircraft Maintenance Training, and Cabin Crew Training schools. Marking the trainees’ achievement, the university held a vibrant graduation ceremony at its facility today, 17 January 2026.  

 

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10 January 2026

Ethiopian Airlines Group, the largest airline in Africa, is pleased to announce the official construction commencement of Bishoftu International Airport.  Construction has begun today, January 10, 2026, following an official groundbreaking ceremony. The historic 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.

 

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06 January 2026

Ethiopian Airlines, the leading airline in Africa and one of the fastest-growing airline brands in the world, is proud to announce its plan to launch a new thrice-weekly passenger service to Lyon, France, via Geneva, Switzerland, starting from 02 July 2026. 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 connectivity to and from the region through providing seamless connections to its customers.Read more...