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Ethiopian Airlines Orders 10 Boeing Freighters

September 30, 2026

2 min read

Key Takeaways

Ethiopian Airlines orders 8 B777-8Fs and 2 B777Fs.
First African carrier to order B777-8F.
Deliveries scheduled between 2027 and 2035.
Option for 8 additional B777-8Fs.

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Strategic Implications

This order may indicate Ethiopian Airlines' growing focus on cargo operations, which could strengthen its position in the African market. The investment in B777-8Fs suggests a commitment to modernizing its freighter fleet, which may enhance its competitiveness against other carriers.

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What Happened

African Carrier Expands Cargo Fleet With B777-8Fs And B777Fs

Ethiopian Airlines has signed an agreement with Boeing for ten new B777 freighters, comprising eight B777-8Fs and two B777Fs, with an option to acquire eight additional B777-8Fs. The airline plans to take delivery of the aircraft between 2027 and 2035. Ethiopian Airlines’ cargo division already operates twelve B777-200Fs and other freighters, with cargo operations accounting for about 23% of the airline’s total revenue. This development was reported by Reuters and Ethiopia Today, as covered by ch-aviation.

Source | Originally Published: September 30, 2026

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Ethiopian Airlines Orders 10 Boeing Freighters

September 30, 2026

2 min read

Key Takeaways

Ethiopian Airlines orders 8 B777-8Fs and 2 B777Fs.
First African carrier to order B777-8F.
Deliveries scheduled between 2027 and 2035.
Option for 8 additional B777-8Fs.

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Strategic Implications

This order may indicate Ethiopian Airlines' growing focus on cargo operations, which could strengthen its position in the African market. The investment in B777-8Fs suggests a commitment to modernizing its freighter fleet, which may enhance its competitiveness against other carriers.

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What Happened

African Carrier Expands Cargo Fleet With B777-8Fs And B777Fs

Ethiopian Airlines has signed an agreement with Boeing for ten new B777 freighters, comprising eight B777-8Fs and two B777Fs, with an option to acquire eight additional B777-8Fs. The airline plans to take delivery of the aircraft between 2027 and 2035. Ethiopian Airlines’ cargo division already operates twelve B777-200Fs and other freighters, with cargo operations accounting for about 23% of the airline’s total revenue. This development was reported by Reuters and Ethiopia Today, as covered by ch-aviation.

Source | Originally Published: September 30, 2026

Companies Mentioned

Ethiopian Airlines Boeing