Uganda Airlines has place an order for Boeing 737 Max and Boeing 787 Dreamliner jets. This order comes as the neighbouring airline moves to modernize its national carrier.
According to a statement by Boeing, the 737-8, which can fly 160 to 180 passengers in a two-class configuration with a range up to 3,500 nautical miles (equivalent to 6,480 km), will be well-suited for the airline’s intra-Africa routes and service to the Middle East and India.
On the other hand, the 787 Dreamliner with a range up to 8,300 nautical miles (equivalent to 15,370 km), will support the airline’s high-demand long-haul routes to the Middle East, Asia and Europe.
“This commitment with Boeing marks a defining step in our airline’s growth journey and in our broader ambition to position Entebbe as a strategic aviation hub for the region,” said Ato Girma Wake, the airline’s chief executive officer. “The aircraft will strengthen our ability to connect Uganda more efficiently to regional, continental and international markets, while supporting trade, tourism, investment and cargo development.”
Boeing Senior Vice President of Commercial Sales and Marketing Brad McMullen said the aircraft will support Uganda Airlines’ expansion plans. “These airplanes offer efficiency, range and versatility to help Uganda Airlines strengthen and expand its network,” he said.
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Currently, the neighbouring airline flies to 17 destinations in 13 countries from its hub in Entebbe, Uganda. The carrier runs a fleet of seven active aircraft which consist of four Bombardier CRJ-900 regional jets, two Airbus A330-800neo widebodies for long-haul routes, and one leased Boeing 737-800.
The Airbus A330-800neo has been featuring in the airline’s route to Gatwick, London, which was launched in May 2025. This route came after the airline launched flights to Abuja, Lusaka, and Harare, which were launched in the second half of 2024.
The airline says that it is working to expand its network to Southern Africa, Europe, the Middle East, and the Far East. These new orders will mark the first ever purchases of Boeing aircraft by Uganda.
