Boeing and TAAG Angola Airlines have announced an order for four highly fuel-efficient 787 Dreamliner aircraft, marking a significant addition to TAAG’s fleet. Currently, TAAG Angola Airlines operates a fleet that includes five 777-300ER (Extended Range) jets, three 777-200ERs, and seven 737-700s, serving destinations across Africa, Europe, South America, and China. Boeing’s Commercial Market Outlook for Africa predicts that the continent will require 1,025 airplanes over the next two decades. Africa is expected to see air traffic growth at a rate of 7.4%, the third highest among global regions, surpassing the global average growth of 6.1%.
“Our goal is to work with the best manufacturers in the world towards a multi-type fleet, in order to ensure we have the appropriate airplanes for each flight typology, namely our intercontinental connections,” said Eduardo Fairen, CEO, TAAG Angola Airlines. “The 787 option suits our intent for modern, size-wise and efficient equipment, able to progressively replace our current widebody fleet, and provide our customers with an improved flight experience,” he further added.