ASKY expands fleet size with two new Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft

ASKY has marked a major milestone with the delivery of two brand-new Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft in July 2026, reinforcing its commitment to operational excellence and sustainable connectivity across Africa.

The first jet, registered ET-BCJ, arrived in Lomé on July 5, followed by ET-BCK on July 16. Both feature a dual-class configuration with 16 Business and 144 Economy seats, delivering superior passenger comfort while setting new benchmarks in fuel efficiency and CO₂ reduction.

With this acquisition, ASKY’s fleet now stands at 17 aircraft, including 8 Boeing 737 MAX 8s, underscoring its resolve to operate one of the youngest, most fuel-efficient fleets in the region.

Speaking at the welcome ceremony in Lomé, CEO Esayas Woldemariam HAILU stated: “This delivery is a powerful statement of our resilience and long-term vision. It reflects the trust of our strategic partners, the dedication of our team, and the exemplary supportive environment fostered by the Government of Togo, which continues to champion Lomé as a premier aviation and logistics gateway.

“These aircraft will enhance schedule reliability, open new markets, and deliver the seamless travel experience our passengers expect, as we continue unifying Africa through air travel.”

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The new capacity supports increased frequencies on high-demand routes as well as the launch of a direct Lomé–Kano (Nigeria) service on August 5, 2026, strengthening trade and mobility across the West African sub-region.

Representing the Government of Togo, Comla KADJE, Minister of Transport, Landlocked Areas Development and Rural Roads, commented: ” The expansion of ASKY’s fleet is excellent news for Togo and for Africa. Through its continued growth, ASKY is fully aligned with the vision of Faure Essozimna GNASSINGBE, the President of the Council, to establish Lomé as the leading air transport hub in West Africa.

“The Government of Togo remains firmly committed to supporting ASKY in its mission to strengthen regional integration, enhance mobility, and drive the economic development of the African continent.”

These acquisitions position ASKY to capitalise on recovering demand, reinforcing its role as a catalyst for African economic integration through modern, eco-efficient technology and expanded connectivity.

Ifeoma Okeke-Korieocha

Ifeoma Okeke-Korieocha is the Aviation Correspondent at BusinessDay Media Limited, publishers of BusinessDay Newspapers. She is also the Deputy Editor, BusinessDay Weekender Magazine, the Saturday Weekend edition of BusinessDay. She holds a BSC in Mass Communication from the prestigious University of Nigeria, Nsukka and a Masters degree in Marketing at the University of Lagos. As the lead writer on the aviation desk, Ifeoma is responsible and in charge of the three weekly aviation and travel pages in BusinessDay and BDSunday. She also overseas and edits all pages of BusinessDay Saturday Weekender. She has written various investigative, features and news stories in aviation and business related issues and has been severally nominated for award in the category of Aviation Writer of the Year by the Nigeria Media Nite-Out awards; one of the Nigeria’s most prestigious media awards ceremonies. Ifeoma is a one-time winner of the prestigious Nigeria Media Merit Award under the 'Aviation Writer of the Year' Category. She is the 2025 Eloy Award winner under the Print Media Journalist category. She has undergone several journalism trainings by various prestigious organisations. Ifeoma is also a fellow of the Female Reporters Leadership Fellowship of the Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism.