Boeing has raised its long-term forecast for aircraft demand in Africa, projecting that airlines on the continent will require about 1,700 new commercial aircraft over the next 20 years. Follow us: WhatsApp | BlueSky | Google News | Instagram | LinkedIn | FacebookUnder Boeing’s 2025 Commercial Market Outlook for Africa, the region’s commercial fleet is expected to more than double to nearly 1,680 aircraft by 2044. Single-aisle aircraft are expected to account for roughly two-thirds of total demand. Boeing said this reflects continued expansion of domestic and short-haul regional routes, as carriers strengthen point-to-point connectivity within Africa and to nearby markets. Growth in passenger aircraft is also expected to support freight activity, with additional demand for dedicated freighters as intra-African trade and global logistics links expand.

Source: Ethiopian News February 28, 2026 11:12 UTC