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Ethiopian Airlines orders 10 Boeing 777 freighters, including eight 777-8Fs

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Ethiopian Airlines has placed a firm order for eight Boeing 777-8 Freighters and two current-generation 777Fs, becoming the first African airline to purchase the next-generation freighter. The deal expands a cargo fleet already centered on Boeing’s 777 freighter family and supports the carrier’s international network growth.

Discovered 2026-09-30T03:19:48.490537-07:00 | 2026-09-30T03:19:48.490537-07:00

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  • Ethiopian is the first African airline identified as a customer for Boeing’s 777-8F, adding a significant launch-market reference in a strategically important region.
  • The firm order covers 10 aircraft—eight 777-8Fs and two 777Fs—providing both next-generation capacity and additional current-generation freighters for network expansion.
  • The agreement reinforces Boeing’s position in Ethiopian’s cargo fleet as the airline scales its international freight operation.

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