Ethiopian Airlines has inaugurated a new airport in Yabello, in southern Oromia, marking a major step in strengthening the Ethiopian domestic air network. Built at a cost of over one billion ETB, this airport includes a new aerodrome, access roads, support infrastructures and a temporary terminal.

line-height: 107%; font-family: "Bookman Old Style”, serif"> This listing comes as the national airline inaugurates its new airport in Yabello, in the regional state of Oromia, and launches a service passengers three times per week. The inauguration ceremony took place in presence of Deputy Prime Minister Temesgen Tiruneh, senior officials federal and regional governments, airline executives and members of the local community.

line-height: 107%; font-family: "Bookman Old Style”, serif"> Lt. General Yilma, also commander of the Ethiopian Air Force, pointed to three strategic priorities that guide Ethiopian Airlines' current growth : training young Ethiopians to build an aeronautical workforce qualified for Ethiopia, Africa and beyond; develop infrastructure aeronautics; and modernize and expand the airline's fleet.

line-height: 107%; font-family: "Bookman Old Style”, serif"> Emphasizing the importance From the new route, Yilma noted that the Yabello service, three times per week, expands the carrier's national network, while plans are in progress to build a new international airport in Bishoftu in order to improve further the competitiveness of Ethiopia's global aviation.

Mesfin Tasew, CEO of Ethiopian Airlines, said that the new route to Yabello was an essential driver of development, promoting the links between communities, stimulating trade and encouraging investments. He added that the airline had dedicated more than 30 domestic aircraft, serving cities across the country, while the expansion and construction of passenger terminals remained an absolute priority.