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Ethiopian Air Force Acquires Two Russian Sukhoi Su-30 Fighters
One Of Ethiopia’s Sukhoi Su-30K Fighters At Harar Meda Airport In Bishoftu Province
Ethiopia Has Acquired A Pair Of Russian-Made Sukhoi Su-30 Fourth-Generation Fighters, Which Were Displayed By The Country’s Air Force At Its Primary Base In Harar Meda Airport In Bishoftu Province On Jan. 17. According To The Center For Analysis Of Strategies And Technologies, A Russian Defense
Credit: Ethiopian Defense Force
ETHIOPIAN AIRLINES WINS BEST OVERALL IN AFRICA AWARD AT THE 2023 APEX PASSENGER CHOICE AWARDS
Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s leading aviation group, are pleased to announce that it has been crowned as the winner of Best Overall in Africa award at the 2023 APEX Passenger Choice
Awards, at a ceremony held in Dublin, Ireland on 25 May 2023. As ‘Best Overall in Africa’ winner, Ethiopian has taken the accolade for ‘Best Cabin Service’, ‘Best Entertainment’, ‘Best Food and Beverage’, ‘Best Seat Comfort’ and ‘Best Wi-Fi’ in Africa.
Regarding the award, Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO Mr. Mesfin Tasew said, “We are thrilled by the prestigious award we won today. This award is special to us as our beloved customers voted for us. I would like to thank them for their vote of confidence in our services.
We will continue exceeding expectations in delivering the highest quality and consistent services to our esteemed customers. This is a testimony to the hard work our employees have exerted to make sure our customers receive the quality services and care they deserve. I am indebted to all my Ethiopian colleagues who have shown their higher level of dedication and commitment to the satisfaction and safety of our customers. Congratulations to all Ethiopian families!”
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https://corporate.ethiopianairlines.com/Press-release-open-page/ethiopian-airlines-wins-best-overall-in-africa-award-at-the-2023-apex-passenger-choice-awards
NIGERIA AIR, AIRCRAFT LANDED IN ABUJA
A plane belonging to the Nigeria Air, the proposed national carrier finally landed at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (NAIA), Abuja yesterday afternoon.
Outgoing Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika, excitedly announced the arrival of the aircraft via a Tweet: “We are here. To Almighty God is all the glory. It has been a very long, tedious, daunting, and difficult path. We thank everyone for the support.
NIGERIA AIR, AIRCRAFT LANDED IN ABUJA
This, by the will of God, will be for us and generations to come. Yes, Allah makes it beneficial for our country and humanity.” But the Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) described the unveiling of Nigeria Air’s aircraft as a scam, insisting that the aircraft displayed was a Boeing 737 MAX owned by Ethiopian Airlines and covered with Nigeria Air sticker.
XAG DRONE EYES WIDESPREAD USE IN VIETNAM'S BANANA AND DURIAN FARMING
Farm Krong Pack turns to the XAG P100 drone, which can adjust droplet size to different micron level, together with the RTK centimeter-level navigation system to achieve precision spraying. The application of drone helped reduce 80% water, 70% pesticide, and 60% fertilizer.
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AUTEL EVO LITE+ FLIES OVER VOLCANO
An Autel Robotics drone was used by a scientific team of international academics to document activities on Irazú Volcano in Costa Rica. The Autel EVO Lite+ drone was selected by the scientists because of its high-quality sensor and durability, making it an ideal solution for conducting professional research with an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV).
The EVO Lite+ was able to fly safely through 17 knot winds and can be used in conditions up to 37 knots, making it a perfect fit for the high-altitude project. The drone was piloted by Ian Godfrey, a certified FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot, who is SINAC Certified for UAS (Unmanned Aircraft System) operations in National Parks. The scientific team gathered vital data without complications and reported that the drone performed supremely well, despite the high altitude volcanic environment at 3432 meters above sea level with notable windy conditions.
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ETHIOPIAN AIRLINES INAUGURATION FLIGHT
Ethiopian Airlines Inauguration Flight to Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) Friday, May 19, 2023
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) and Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) are now connected by way of this morning’s inaugural Ethiopian Airlines flight from that nation’s capital city. Flight 518, a 315-seat Boeing 787-9, carried dignitaries and government and airline officials on the maiden voyage.
