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TAAG Angola Airlines CEO: 'The 787-9 is a pivotal step in our strategy to modernize our fleet'

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Nelson Pedro Rodrigues de Oliveira, CEO of TAAG Angola Airlines, announced the airline’s receipt of its first Boeing 787 Dreamliner, describing it as a "pivotal step" in their modernization strategy. The statement was made on January 31, as the aircraft arrived in Luanda, Angola.

"The 787-9 is a pivotal step in our strategy to modernize our fleet," said Pedro Rodrigues de Oliveira. "The addition of the Dreamliner, recognized for its advanced technology and up to 25% reduction in fuel consumption and emissions."

According to the Boeing website, the 787-9 Dreamliner, leased from AerCap, is the first of four aircraft ordered by TAAG Angola Airlines and is expected to enhance the carrier’s long-haul operations. The fuel-efficient widebody jet will allow the airline to expand its European routes and explore new opportunities in Asia and North America, improving connectivity for passengers and cargo.


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Boeing states that TAAG Angola Airlines currently operates a fleet consisting of Boeing 777 and 737 aircraft, serving 12 destinations across Africa, Europe, South America, and China. The addition of the Dreamliner aligns with the company’s commitment to efficiency and sustainability due to its advanced technology and up to 25% reduction in fuel consumption and emissions.

To further its sustainability efforts, TAAG Angola Airlines is collaborating with Boeing on a CO2 emissions reduction initiative linked to Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). Through the book-and-claim system, TAAG’s SAF purchase will support emissions reductions at airports worldwide.

Boeing has reported maintaining a strong presence in Africa’s aviation market, with over 60 airlines operating approximately 500 Boeing aircraft across the continent. The company’s Commercial Market Outlook projects that African airlines will require 1,170 new aircraft over the next two decades.

According to Boeing's website, it is a leading aerospace company and one of the world’s largest manufacturers of commercial jetliners, defense, space, and security systems. Founded in 1916 and headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, Boeing provides aircraft and services to airlines and governments across more than 150 countries. The company is known for its innovative aircraft such as the 787 Dreamliner.

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