Africa's Largest Aviation Hub Takes Shape Near Bishoftu City
Ethiopian Airlines has launched the construction of Bishoftu International Airport, a $12.5 billion infrastructure project aimed at becoming Africa’s largest aviation hub. The airport, located near Bishoftu city in Ethiopia’s Oromia region, will feature four runways and capacity for up to 270 aircraft. Once fully operational, it is expected to handle approximately 110 million passengers annually, relieving pressure on Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. The project is expected to create employment opportunities for over 26,000 aviation professionals and is positioned as a strategic logistics and connectivity hub. This development was first reported by AeroTime.