Eight decades of soaring high: Ethiopian Airlines Marks 80 Years of Service
Ethiopian Airlines has officially launched its 80th anniversary celebrations on 8 April 2026. Group CEO Mesfin Tasew highlighted the airline’s journey from its humble beginnings in 1946 with five Douglas C‑47 aircraft to becoming Africa’s largest and most technologically advanced carrier. Historic Beginnings: First scheduled service to Cairo via Asmara in April 1946. Technology Leadership: From Convair 240 and DC‑6B to pioneering Boeing 787 Dreamliners and Airbus A350s in Africa. Global Network: Over 160 passenger and cargo destinations across five continents. Recognition: Skytrax “Best Airline in Africa” for eight consecutive years, APEX “Best Overall in Africa,” and more. Vision 2035: Strategic plan to rank among the world’s top 20 aviation groups, supported by multi‑hub partnerships in Togo, Malawi, Zambia, and DRC.
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