Ethiopian Signs Proposal with De Havilland Canada For Up To Four Dash 8-400F- Large Cargo Door Kits

Farnborough Airshow, July 20, 2022 – Ethiopian Airlines (ET) and De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited announced the signing of a proposal by Ethiopian for the purchase of two Dash 8-400 Freighter – Large Cargo Door (F-LCD) conversion kits – with an option for an additional two F-LCD conversion kits. According to the parties, a definite and binding agreement is under finalisation.

We are also excited to announce our partnership with Ethiopian to offer Dash 8 freighter conversions through their experienced MRO – already a De Haviland Canada Authorized Service Facility. This conversion capability will support Ethiopian’s fleet needs and can be offered to other Dash 8 aircraft operators in Africa and neighbouring regions. – Philippe Poutissou, VP, Customer Experience, De Havilland Canada.