Ethipoian airline news

Here are some recent news updates about Ethiopian Airlines:

Recent Developments

  1. COVID-19 Relief Efforts: Ethiopian Airlines has been playing a crucial role in the global fight against COVID-19, transporting medical supplies, vaccines, and personnel to affected areas. (Source: Ethiopian Airlines)
  2. New Routes: The airline has launched new routes to several destinations, including Accra, Ghana; Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire; and Lusaka, Zambia. (Source: African Aviation)
  3. Fleet Expansion: Ethiopian Airlines has taken delivery of several new aircraft, including Boeing 737 MAX 8 and Airbus A350-900 planes. (Source: FlightGlobal)
  4. Partnership with Turkish Airlines: The two airlines have signed a codeshare agreement, allowing passengers to travel seamlessly between their networks. (Source: Turkish Airlines)
  5. Sustainability Efforts: Ethiopian Airlines has launched a sustainability program, aiming to reduce its carbon footprint and environmental impact. (Source: Ethiopian Airlines)

Recent Accolades

  1. Skytrax World Airline Awards: Ethiopian Airlines was named the "Best Airline in Africa" for the 10th consecutive year at the 2022 Skytrax World Airline Awards. (Source: Skytrax)
  2. AirlineRatings.com Safety Awards: The airline was awarded the "7-Star Airline Safety Rating" by AirlineRatings.com, recognizing its commitment to safety. (Source: AirlineRatings.com)

Challenges and Controversies

  1. Pandemic-Related Challenges: Like many airlines, Ethiopian Airlines has faced significant challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic, including reduced passenger demand and increased costs. (Source: Reuters)
  2. 737 MAX Grounding: The airline was affected by the global grounding of the Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, which has had a significant impact on its operations and finances. (Source: Bloomberg)

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