Ethiopian Faces Suspension After Eritrea Cites Service Issues


Ethiopian Airlines has confirmed its flight suspension to Eritrea within the next two months. This follows a statement from the Eritrean Civil Aviation Authority issued last week, suspending Ethiopian Airlines flights. A letter circulating on social media attributes the decision to "luggage theft and damages, prolonged flight delays, and unjustified price hikes." While the Group acknowledges receiving a letter dated July 21, 2024, executives maintain that specific reasons for the suspension have not been disclosed to them. Air travel between Ethiopia and Eritrea resumed six years ago, with Ethiopian Airlines operating flights twice daily, five days a week, from Addis Ababa to Asmara. The suspension notice came amidst discussions with Eritrean authorities to increase the number of flights to 15 per week. Ethiopian Airlines disclosed on its official social media channels that they are currently seeking clarification from Eritrean authorities and are committed to resolving the issues amicably and promptly.


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