Ethiopian Cargo has announced the addition of a new Boeing 777 freighter to its fleet as it continues to grow global operations.
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The 777F, registered ET-BAB, carried humanitarian aid for its first flight, said Ethiopian Airlines in a LinkedIn post on Thursday 23 January. ”Ethiopian Cargo is proud to expand its capacity and enhance its global operations with the addition of a new Boeing 777 Freighter Aircraft, ET-BA,” said Ethiopian Airlines in the post.
This milestone strengthens our ability to serve global markets with increased efficiency and reliability, ensuring we meet the growing demand for air freight services worldwide.
”The new freighter will play a pivotal role in fortifying our extensive network and delivering unparalleled service to our customers. Its first flight carried humanitarian aid, exemplifying our commitment to making a meaningful impact in our corporate social responsibilities.” Flightradar24 records show the production 777F with ET-BAB registration left Boeing’s Everett factory in Washington, United States on 21 January and arrived at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, where Ethiopian Airlines is headquartered, on 22 January.
On 24 January the 777F departed Addis Ababa for Brussels and from Brussels is due to travel to Dubai.
Ethiopian Airlines serves 70 dedicated cargo and 140+ passenger destinations in Africa, the Middle East, Asia, Europe, and the Americas.
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