AWB prefix 071 identifies Ethiopian Airlines. A standard IATA air waybill is 11 digits: a 3-digit prefix, a 7-digit serial and a 1-digit modulo-7 check digit, written as 071-XXXXXXXX.
Enter the 8-digit serial (the block after the prefix) to open the official Ethiopian Airlines tracking page. See also Ethiopian Airlines AWB tracking and the AWB prefix lookup.
What does AWB prefix 071 mean?
AWB prefix 071 identifies Ethiopian Airlines. A standard IATA air waybill is 11 digits: a 3-digit prefix, a 7-digit serial and a 1-digit modulo-7 check digit, written as 071-XXXXXXXX. Tracking is performed on the carrier’s official portal — this site identifies the prefix and routes you there.
| Headquarters | Addis Ababa, Ethiopia |
|---|---|
| Airline Alliance | Star Alliance |
| AWB Format & Mod-7 | 11 digits: prefix 071 + 7-digit serial + 1 check digit |
| Tracking Engine | Ethiopian Cargo Portal |
| Primary Hubs | Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) |
How to Track Your Shipment
Locate 8-Digit Serial
Confirm the number starts with 071. Then use the 8-digit block after the prefix (7-digit serial + check digit).
Verify Airline Prefix
Prefix 071 maps to Ethiopian Airlines. Open the carrier tracking page if you already know the airline.
Click Track
Instantly view live status directly on the official tracking portal.
FAQ
- What airline uses AWB prefix 071?
- 071 is the IATA air waybill prefix for Ethiopian Airlines.
- How do I track a 071 AWB?
- Enter the 8-digit serial above, or use Ethiopian Airlines AWB tracking. We open the official carrier portal with the number filled in.
- What is the standard format?
- 11 digits: prefix 071 + 7-digit serial + 1 check digit. The check digit is the unweighted modulo-7 of the 7-digit serial, per IATA.