Ethiopian Airlines Canada repatriation flight arrived last night and it could be the world’s first non-stop commercial flight from Cameroon to Canada. “World’s first or not, we’re proud to play a role in the repatriation of Canadians during these challenging times. Welcome home!” says Samson Arega, Ethiopian Airlines Canada Country Manager.
The country manager said that Ethiopian Airlines appreciates the partnership with the Canadian government to repatriate Canadians from other parts of the world . According to Samson,the Airlines will further the collaboration with Canada to repatriate Canadians .
Canadians arriving from Cameroon expressed their gratitude to the Canadian government and the Ethiopian Airlines for their safe arrival.
As per the fact sheet obtained from the Airlines, Ethiopian Airlines is the largest and fastest-growing airline in Africa. For more than 70 years of operation, Ethiopian is the continent’s leading carrier, unrivaled in efficiency and operational success. Ethiopian operates the youngest and most modern fleet to more than 125 international passenger and cargo destinations across five continents.
The Ethiopian fleet includes ultra-modern and environmentally friendly aircraft, such as Airbus A350, Boeing 787 Dreamliner, Boeing 777-300ER, Boeing 777-200LR, Boeing 777-200 Freighter, and Bombardier Q-400 double cabin. The average age of the aircraft is five years. Ethiopian is the first airline in Africa to own and operate these aircraft. Ethiopian Airlines flies direct from Toronto to Addis Ababa five times weekly. This route will now be serviced with our Airbus 350. Ethiopian Airlines is the largest airline in Africa, with one of the youngest fleets in the world. Ethiopian Airlines, a Star Alliance member, is currently the only African operator of the Airbus.
