With the addition of the 20th A350-900 aircraft, Ethiopian Airlines now operates 144 modern aircraft, including Boeing 737s, 777s, 787s, and Bombardier Dash 8-400 double cabin.
Ethiopian Airlines has marked another milestone in its commitment to sustainability by taking delivery of its 20th A350-900 aircraft from Airbus. The delivery flight, which took place on April 28th, 2023, used a 30% blend of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), reducing the airline’s carbon footprint and contributing to the industry’s ambition to achieve “net zero carbon emissions by 2050” as set by IATA, ATAG, and ICAO.
The A350-900 aircraft has proven to be instrumental in Ethiopian Airlines’ fleet strategy, offering operational flexibility and efficiency, and best-in-class passenger comfort. The delivery of this A350-900 powered by SAF marks yet another milestone in the relationship between Ethiopian and Airbus, working together to reduce carbon emissions across the aviation industry.
With the addition of the 20th A350-900 aircraft, Ethiopian Airlines now operates 144 modern aircraft, including Boeing 737s, 777s, 787s, and Bombardier Dash 8-400 double cabin, to more than 150 domestic and international passenger and cargo destinations across five continents.
Mesfin Tasew, CEO, Ethiopian Airlines Group said, “We are glad to receive our 20th brand new A350 aircraft from Airbus. This is another historical first for Ethiopian Airlines as it is our first flight operated with sustainable aviation fuel in cooperation with Airbus, demonstrating our commitment to realizing a sustainable air transport industry. The humanitarian shipment the ferry flight carried also signifies our commitment to discharge our social responsibility. We will continue to invest in fulfilling our corporate social responsibility by reducing carbon emissions and transporting humanitarian shipments going forward.”
Ethiopian Airlines is the fastest-growing airline in Africa, and in its 76-plus years of operation, it has become one of the continent’s leading carriers, unrivaled in efficiency and operational success. In addition to its main hub in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, the airline is pursuing its multi-hub strategy through hubs in Lomé, Togo, with ASKY, in Lilongwe, Malawi, with Malawi Airlines, and in Lusaka, Zambia, with Zambia Airways.
“The A350-900 has proven to be instrumental in Ethiopian Airlines fleet strategy, offering unrivaled operational flexibility and efficiency and best in class passenger comfort. The delivery of this A350-900 powered by Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) marks yet another milestone in our relationship; working together to reduce carbon emissions across the aviation industry.” said Mikail Houari, President Africa Middle East, Airbus.
Ethiopian Airlines commands the lion’s share of the Pan African passenger and cargo network, operating the youngest and most modern fleet to more than 150 domestic and international passenger and cargo destinations across five continents. Its fleet consists of ultra-modern and environmentally friendly aircraft, such as Boeing 737s, 777s, 787s, Airbus A350-900, and Bombardier Dash 8-400 double cabin, with an average fleet age of seven years. Ethiopian Airlines has been a Star Alliance member since 2011 and has registered more than threefold growth in the past 10 years.
Read More Stories…Etihad unveils new seats and luxury cabin interior for 787 Dreamliner fleet
In conclusion, Ethiopian Airlines’ commitment to sustainability and corporate social responsibility has been further demonstrated by the delivery of its 20th A350-900 aircraft powered by SAF. The airline’s multi-hub strategy, modern fleet, and operational success continue to position it as a leading carrier in Africa and a significant player in the global aviation industry.
