EgyptAir

EgyptAir, Egypt's flag carrier and one of the world's oldest airlines, was founded on June 7, 1932, as Misr Airlines, commencing operations in 1933 with domestic routes from Cairo. Evolving through nationalization in 1949, mergers, and rebranding—becoming EgyptAir in 1971—it has weathered geopolitical challenges like the Suez Crisis and Arab Spring while modernizing its fleet and network. Headquartered in Cairo, the airline operates as a full-service carrier, serving over 100 destinations across Africa, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and the Americas from its primary hub at Cairo International Airport (CAI).

A Star Alliance member since 2008, EgyptAir benefits from global connectivity, offering passengers seamless transfers and loyalty perks via the Star Alliance network. Its fleet of 68 aircraft, averaging 11.1 years old, includes efficient narrowbodies like A320neo, A321neo, and Boeing 737-800s for short-haul routes, and widebodies such as A330s, A350-900s, Boeing 777-300ERs, and 787-9s for long-haul flights. The airline is actively expanding with orders for more A350s and 737 MAXes, emphasizing sustainability and capacity growth.

Distinctive features include its iconic Horus falcon logo symbolizing ancient Egyptian heritage, a no-alcohol policy respecting cultural norms, and allowances for hijabs among cabin crew since 2012. EgyptAir holds a 3-Star Skytrax rating, praised for improving standards in seats, catering, and staff service, though passenger feedback highlights inconsistencies in punctuality, baggage handling, and inflight entertainment. As a self-financing state-owned entity under a holding company structure since 2002, it balances national pride with commercial efficiency, positioning Cairo as a key intercontinental hub.