Airframe builder Boeing announces that Ethiopian Airlines has placed an order for 10 Next-Generation 737-800s valued at $767 million at list prices. Ethiopian is investing in the additional airplanes to expand its fleet and broaden its network. In 2009, Ethiopian Airlines became the first African carrier to order and operate the ultra-long-range 777-200LR model. Ethiopian was also the first African carrier to order the 787 Dreamliner, ordering 10 in 2005.


“The Boeing Next-Generation 737 has proven to be a reliable and profitable component of our fleet,” remarks Ethiopian Airlines Chief Executive Officer Ato Girma Wake. “Boeing has been an important and valued partner to Ethiopian for many, many years.


This order reinforces the deep ties between our two companies.” Ethiopian Airlines is an all-Boeing operator. With the exception of the 747, it has operated every heritage Boeing commercial airplane since the 707. The airline operates five 737-700s and two 737-800s. Ethiopian also operates nine 757s, 10 767s and one MD-11BCF (Boeing Converted Freighter), with a second MD-11BCF to arrive in August, 2010, Boeing says. ET recently ordered Simulator for B737NG aircraft.ry.”

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