Ethiopian Air Force to Transition to Fifth-Generation Fighter Jets by 2030, Announces Prime Minister
13:53 25.01.2026 (Updated: 14:04 25.01.2026)

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Ethiopian Air Force to Transition to Fifth-Generation Fighter Jets by 2030, Announces Prime Minister
By transitioning and doubling the number of fighter jets, the country will build a strong and extensive air defense capability, Abiy Ahmed stated at the opening ceremony of the 2026 Aviation Expo, held in commemoration of the Air Force's 90th anniversary.
The Ethiopian government has drafted plans that will enable the doubling of the Air Force's capacity and has also identified and finalized partner entities, he explained.
"Our goal is to achieve victory through advanced technology, precision strikes, and by reducing human casualties with high proficiency," the PM emphasized.
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