Ethiopian Airlines backs Kuwait’s phased airport reopening
. . . signals readiness to resume operations
Ethiopian Airlines, the largest aviation group in Africa and a leading global carrier, is closely following the phased reopening of Kuwait International Airport under the plan announced by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation – Kuwait, which commenced on 25th April 2026.
The airline expresses its full respect for the national sovereignty of the State of Kuwait and for the heightened security measures put in place during this exceptional period.
Ethiopian Airlines highly commends the efforts led by the State of Kuwait to gradually restore air traffic in accordance with the highest safety and security standards, particularly the continuous work of the Ministry of Defense and security agencies to secure the airspace and vital facilities.
The airline announces its immediate readiness to fully coordinate with all relevant authorities in the State of Kuwait to resume operations as soon as the necessary official approvals are obtained.
In this context, Ethiopian Airlines acknowledges the priority given by the Kuwaiti plan to the continuity of air cargo operations.
Leveraging its specialized fleet – the largest in Africa, featuring multiple cargo aircraft types capable of transporting essential and strategic goods – Ethiopian Airlines confirms its full preparedness to support the national economy of Kuwait and its supply chains during this phase.
The airline stands ready to operate cargo flights immediately upon coordination with the competent authorities, alongside preparations to resume passenger flights as soon as permission is granted.
Ethiopian Airlines reaffirms its full commitment to the laws and regulatory decisions issued by Kuwait’s civil aviation and military authorities. The airline looks forward to a safe and sustainable return to Kuwait’s skies, contributing alongside local partners to the full restoration of air traffic.
