Uganda Airlines opts for 737 MAX 8s and 787-9s in first ever Boeing order

At Farnborough Airshow, Uganda Airlines has selected to purchase four 737 MAX 8s and four 787-9 Dreamliners in its first ever Boeing order.

On July 21, 2026, Boeing said the new aircraft will support Uganda Airlines with the growing demand across its regional and international network.

“This commitment with Boeing marks a defining step in Uganda Airlines’ growth journey and in our broader ambition to position Entebbe as a strategic aviation hub for the region,” Ato Girma Wake, Uganda Airlines CEO, said. “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.”

According to ch-aviation data, Uganda Airlines currently flies a single Boeing 737-800 and a 737 MAX 8 on wet lease and operates three Bombardier CRJ-900s.

“We’re pleased to welcome Uganda Airlines as a Boeing customer and support the airline’s next phase of growth with the 737-8 and 787-9,” said Brad McMullen, Boeing Senior Vice President of Commercial Sales and Marketing. “These airplanes offer efficiency, range and versatility to help Uganda Airlines strengthen and expand its network.”

Uganda Airlines currently flies to 17 destinations in 13 countries from its hub in Entebbe.

“Just as importantly, this partnership brings together Uganda Airlines and Boeing in a long-term relationship focused not only on fleet growth, but also on technical excellence, training and capacity building,” Wake added. “We are proud to celebrate this milestone at Farnborough as we invest in the future of our national carrier and in Uganda’s economic transformation.”

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