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Air Congo fleet expansion

Overview

Air Congo, a joint venture between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Ethiopian Airlines, has expanded its fleet by acquiring a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner through a leasing agreement with MIAT Mongolian Airlines.

The aircraft, which arrived at N’Djili International Airport in Kinshasa, features a 292-seat configuration including business, premium economy, and economy classes. This addition is intended to support the airline’s international long-haul operations, specifically targeting routes to European destinations such as Brussels and Paris.

Entities

Ethiopian Airlines · Kinshasa · Air Congo · MIAT Mongolian Airlines · Chapman Freeborn

Timeline

  1. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Air Congo expands fleet with Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner

    Air Congo has added a 292-seat Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner to its fleet via a lease from MIAT Mongolian Airlines to support international expansion.

  2. [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    Air Congo receives second Boeing 787 Dreamliner

    Air Congo has added a second Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner to its fleet via a lease from MIAT Mongolian Airlines to bolster long-haul services to Europe, including Brussels and Paris.

Sources

aerotelegraph.com · aviacionline.com · aviacionnews.com · election-net.com · flightlevel.be