Leading Airline in Africa, Ethiopian Airlines has won 3 awards at the 2nd Ghana National Aviation Awards held in Accra.

A statement issued in Accra by the Airline said the awards included the Best International Airline of the Year, Best African Airline of the Year and the Best Airline Operator Award.

Deputy Minister of Aviation, Mr Kwabena Okyere-Darko, presenting the awards to the Area Manager of Ethiopian Airlines in Ghana Mrs Genet W. Michael commended the Airline its continuous improvement.

He said the Government has restructured the industry for better results.

He said the removal of VAT on the domestic ticket which has yielded a 23 per cent has increased in Domestic Air Travel, in the first five months of 2017.

Mrs Genet W. Michael thanked the passengers, who have patronized the Airline so far and continue to have confidence in the Airline.

"The passengers are our best promoters and they have shown confidence in our product," she added.

She also commended the organizers of the Ghana National Aviation Awards for putting the event together to reward excellence and performance.