ASMARA, Eritrea, April 29, 2003 -- Eritrean Airlines begins its operations with its first 767-300ER airplane this month. The carrier becomes one of the newest customers of the 767 family as preparations for new operations begin. The airline's first Boeing 767-300ER is being leased through Boeing Aircraft Trading and is the first of a series of airplanes that will enter the carrier's fleet. Eritrean Airlines will operate scheduled regional and cargo services from its Eritrean headquarters in Asmara, linking Eritrean passengers to destinations in Europe and other parts of Africa.
kenneth.r.dejarlais@boeing.com
