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• 29/10/2022 09:09

Ten years already since the 787 Dreamliner made Ethiopian Airlines proud

Boeing and Ethiopian Airlines celebrated the anniversary of the delivery of the first 787 Dreamliner to the pan-African carrier on Tuesday, October 18, 2022.

Over the past decade, Ethiopian Airlines has used the 787's unique capabilities to sustainably expand its long-haul network around the world, making its Addis … read more

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• 28/10/2022 19:33

Qatar Airways adds routes to JetBlue codeshare

JetBlue has broadened its codeshare partnership with Qatar Airways.

Under the expansion, JetBlue customers will have codeshare access to 11 additional Qatar Airways routes from Doha. Thirteen destinations are already part of the codeshare.

The 11 new destinations are Accra, Ghana; Addis Ababa, Ethiopia; Alexandria and C… read more

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• 28/10/2022 06:01

December take off for Nigeria Air sancrosant

Despite opposition from Domestic Airline Operators, the planned take-off of Nigeria Air in December will come to pass. The Federal Government on Wednesday stated this in Abuja, during an Interactive session with the Senate Committee on Aviation.

However, domestic airline operators in Nigeria have been kicking against the project.… read more

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• 28/10/2022 05:58

Ethiopian Airlines launches Bulawayo service

Ethiopian Airlines will launch its new service to Bulawayo on October 30 using a Boeing 737-800.  The flight will stop in Victoria Falls before carrying on to Bulawayo and from there, the return flight will fly direct to Addis Ababa.  … read more

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• Miscellaneous
• 28/10/2022 05:48

Travel guide: How to choose a travel destination for your next big trip

When it comes to planning a vacation, there are many factors to consider. But one of the most important decisions you'll make is deciding where to go. With so many amazing places to choose from, how do you pick the right destination for your needs? Here are some tips on how to choose a travel destination for your next big trip!

Consider yo… read more

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• 27/10/2022 06:27

Ethiopian Airlines to cut back on flights to Russia

Ethiopian Airlines resumed service to Moscow in August. It is now planning to reduce its capacity on this corridor from next January.

In a recent refit, Ethiopian's national flag carrier plans to replace its 321-seat Boeing 777-200LR with the smaller 787-8 Dreamliner with 270 available seats.

The change of aircraft is sc… read more

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• 27/10/2022 06:26

TAAG Angola Airlines returns to Pointe Noire after 13 years of absence

TAAG Angola Airlines continues to expand its international network. The Angolan carrier is now preparing its comeback in Congo, its northern neighbour, after several years of absence.

TAAG Angola Airlines plans to resume flights to Pointe-Noire in Congo from 12 December 2022.

On this date, the Angolan state-owned … read more

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• 27/10/2022 06:25

Already 25 African airports members of the Global CO2 reduction programme

Launched by Airports Council International, Airport Carbon Accreditation is the only global certification programme for airports in relation to their carbon management.  The programme has six levels of certification: Mapping, Reduction, Optimisation, Neutrality, Transformation and Transition.

African airports are increasingly joini… read more

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• 27/10/2022 06:23

Air Côte d'Ivoire wants to serve Morocco from January 2023

With the health crisis behind it, Air Côte d'Ivoire has resumed its expansion strategy. The Ivorian state-owned airline is eyeing several new routes, including Casablanca, and is betting on strengthening its fleet.

Air Côte d'Ivoire is now planning to open a direct route between Abidjan and Casablanca from January 2023. This serv… read more

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• 25/10/2022 08:57

Air Côte d'Ivoire orders two Airbus A330neo, cancels two A319neo

Ten years after its creation, Air Côte d'Ivoire is ready to launch itself on the long-haul. At the end of a ten-day working visit by Airbus teams in Abidjan, the Ivorian national flag has reshaped its order book to match its new growth ambitions.