Two Boeing 737-800s delivered and newly serviced aircraft return to operations, with additional aircraft expected by end 2025.
(Kigali, Rwanda) – RwandAir has this month received two Boeing 737-800 aircraft, one of which is already in operation. Additionally, newly serviced aircraft are returning to operations, and a third aircraft is expected in Q4 of this year.
These additional aircraft will significantly enhance service reliability and operational efficiency, helping reduce delays and cancellations across the network.
In recent months, RwandAir experienced several unexpected technical disruptions across parts of its fleet, temporarily reducing the number of aircraft available for operations. This led to service adjustments that affected customers’ travel plans, but the affected aircraft have now successfully returned to service.
RwandAir CEO Yvonne Makolo said:
“RwandAir is pleased to have resolved the challenges to our schedules over the last weeks, and to welcome our aircraft back into operation. We would like to sincerely apologise to all of our customers whose travel plans were disrupted during this period, and thank them for their patience while we worked on service disruptions.
Together with the arrival of new aircraft, the strengthened fleet will enable RwandAir to improve reliability, strengthen our schedules, and deliver an even better travel experience to all our passengers.”
The Boeing 737-800s are configured with 12 Business Class seats and 162 Economy Class seats, and will primarily operate on short and medium-haul routes.
Later this year in Q4, RwandAir anticipates the delivery of a wide-body Airbus A330-200, further strengthening long-haul operations between Africa and global destinations.
These fleet additions reinforce RwandAir’s commitment to modernising operations, expanding route networks, and strengthening connectivity across Africa and beyond.
About RwandAir
RwandAir, the national carrier of Rwanda, operates a fleet of 13 aircraft and serves over 144 destinations through direct flights and codeshare partnerships. It is known for its premium service and for connecting Africa to the world from its hub in Kigali.
Published on: May 12, 2026