Ethiopian Airlines has emerged as the customer behind an order for five Boeing 777 freighters previously attributed to an unidentified operator. Ethiopian Airlines chief Mesfin Tasew says the additional jets will enable the airline to meet “growing demand” in its cargo operation. Boeing had orders for 28 777Fs listed against unidentified customers at the end of April. Ethiopian Airlines had recently signed a provisional agreement to acquire five Boeing 777-8Fs, based on the 777X aircraft family. Ethiopian Airlines’ cargo division also operates three Boeing 737-800 converted freighters.

Source: Ethiopian News May 25, 2022 13:56 UTC