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Uganda Airlines Resolves Rolls-Royce Dispute

September 9, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Uganda Airlines paid USD9 million to resolve Rolls-Royce dispute.
Dispute over unpaid engine maintenance fees grounded A330-800Ns.
Airline temporarily wet leased B787-8s from Ethiopian Airlines.
Uganda Airlines also pursuing legal action against Global Aviation.

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Strategic Implications

The settlement may indicate a renewed focus on long-haul operations for Uganda Airlines, which could strengthen its competitive position in the African market. The dispute suggests that airlines may face significant challenges in managing engine maintenance costs, which could impact their ability to operate reliably.

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What Happened

National Carrier Pays USD9 Million To Reinstate Engine Support

Uganda Airlines has resolved a contractual dispute with Rolls-Royce over unpaid engine maintenance fees, which had grounded two of its A330-800Ns earlier this year. The airline paid USD9 million to reinstate the engine support agreement, according to acting CEO Girma Wake. The dispute had forced the airline to temporarily wet lease B787-8s from Ethiopian Airlines to maintain limited long-haul operations. Uganda Airlines is also pursuing legal action against Global Aviation to recover a USD930,000 security deposit. The developments were first reported by ch-aviation.

Source | Originally Published: September 9, 2026

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