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Ethiopian Airlines to Lease Two 777-300ERSF Freighters From AerCap for 2028 African Debut

The higher‑capacity conversion promises roughly 25% more payload with lower unit costs on long‑haul cargo routes.

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Overview

  • AerCap and Ethiopian announced Tuesday a lease for two 777-300ERSF cargo jets with deliveries in the second quarter of 2028.
  • The deal deepens a long‑standing partnership and makes Ethiopian the first African operator of the 777-300ERSF, known as the Big Twin.
  • The 777-300ERSF offers about 25% more capacity than smaller twin‑engine freighters, which can cut cost per ton on dense intercontinental lanes.
  • The conversion program, developed by Israel Aerospace Industries with AerCap, holds US and Israeli approvals and is already in service with Kalitta Air.
  • Ethiopian says the added lift will expand its cargo network and support regional trade, building on a fleet that includes 777-200Fs and locally converted 767s.