Continued Investment in Aviation Critical as Ethiopia’s Passenger Demand Triples by 2044

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called on the Government of Ethiopia to continue prioritizing aviation to sustain the country’s strong demand outlook for air travel. With Ethiopia’s passenger numbers expected to triple over the next 20 years, continued investment in infrastructure, people, and sustainability will be critical to further expanding aviation’s contribution to Ethiopia’s long term economic growth. Aviation already delivers significant economic and social benefits to Ethiopia.