Ethiopian receives 20th A350 jet

Ethiopian Airlines took delivery of their 20th A350-900. In 2016, Ethiopian Airlines became the first airline in Africa to operate the iconic airbus jet when they took delivery of their first unit. The 20th jet was delivered to Ethiopian Airlines hub in Addis Ababa using 30% blend Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). The airplane also carried 10 tonnes of humanitarian shipment into Ethiopia.

Regarding the flight, Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO Mr. Mesfin Tasew said, “We are glad to receive our 20th brand new A350 aircraft from Airbus. This is another historical first for Ethiopian Airlines as it is our first flight operated with sustainable aviation fuel in cooperation with Airbus, demonstrating our commitment to realizing a sustainable air transport industry. The humanitarian shipment the ferry flight carried also signifies our commitment to discharge our social responsibility. We will continue to invest in fulfilling our corporate social responsibility by reducing carbon emissions and transporting humanitarian shipments going forward.”