Ethiopian Airlines is considered one of Africa’s strongest employers for aviation professionals. While salaries are naturally lower than those offered by many Gulf or North American airlines, the carrier remains highly competitive within the African aviation market.
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Ethiopian Airlines (ET) is reportedly nearing an agreement with Boeing for up to 10 long-haul freighters as the African carrier accelerates its cargo expansion strategy.
Leading this expansion is Group CEO Mesfin Tasew, whose compensation reflects the responsibility of managing Africa’s most profitable and fastest-growing airline.
Ethiopian Airlines pilots salary typically earn between ETB 1.1 million and ETB 5.8 million per year, depending on rank, aircraft type, and experience.
Ethiopian Airlines cabin crew salaries in 2026 consist of a base salary together with flying pay, international allowances, layover payments and operational incentives.
Pakistan International Airlines has selected Tewolde Gebremariam, the former head of Ethiopian Airlines, as its new chief executive officer.
A jury in the United States has ordered aerospace giant Boeing to pay $49.5 million in damages to the family of a victim killed in the 2019 crash of Ethiopian Airlines (ET) Flight 302.
Ethiopian Airlines (ET) has opened preliminary discussions with European aircraft manufacturer Airbus over a potential order for new widebody and regional aircraft as the African carrier accelerates its global expansion strategy.
Ethiopian Airlines (ET) has confirmed it will resume direct passenger flights between Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) and Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) starting May 21, 2026.
Boeing and Ethiopian Airlines (ET) have confirmed a firm order for nine Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft, strengthening Africa’s largest carrier’s long-haul growth strategy as international travel demand continues to rise.