Ethiopian Airlines orders ten new Boeing cargo jets, including eight 777‑8F
Ethiopian Airlines signed a contract in Addis Ababa on 30 September for ten Boeing freighters – eight 777‑8F and two 777F. The deal, valued at about $5 billion, expands the carrier’s cargo fleet and marks the first 777‑8F order by an African airline.
Ethiopian Airlines signed a contract with Boeing on 30 September in Addis Ababa for eight 777‑8F and two 777F cargo aircraft.23 The order totals ten new freighters, valued at roughly $5 billion.3 It is the first 777‑8F order placed by an African airline.1 The two 777F are scheduled for delivery in 2027 and 2028, while the eight 777‑8F are slated for delivery between 2033 and 2035.3 Ethiopian also secured purchase rights for eight additional 777‑8F aircraft.3 The carrier currently operates 12 Boeing 777F, two 767F and four 737‑800SF cargo aircraft.1 The new aircraft will increase Ethiopian’s cargo capacity, supporting growth in air freight demand and potentially boosting revenue.12 Introducing the 777‑8F, the largest twin‑engine freighter, may improve operational efficiency and route flexibility for the airline’s cargo network.13
The first two 777F deliveries are expected in 2027 and 2028, followed by the eight 777‑8F between 2033 and 2035.3