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After completing the first phase of its fleet modernization programme with the introduction of six 767-300ERs and six new generation B737-700s, Ethiopian became the first airline in Africa to place firm order for 10 of the new ultra modern Boeing 787 Dreamliner jets.

In September 2008, Ethiopian Airlines will be the first African airline flying the 787 Dreamliner aircraft in the skies of Africa, Middle East and Europe. It now operates its international network with 21 jet aircraft.

In expanding its route network within Africa and the rest of the world, Ethiopian Airlines in 2006 started new flights to Brussels, Libreville and reintroduced services to Dakar bringing the total number of ET's destinations to 47.