Dr. Mostafa Madbouly, Prime Minister, accompanied by Captain Dr. Sameh El-Hefny, Minister of Civil Aviation, inspected the first Airbus A350-900 aircraft during the celebration of the new aircraft joining the EgyptAir fleet, as part of a deal concluded with Airbus to add 16 aircraft of the same type to the fleet.
The Prime Minister listened to a detailed briefing on the capabilities of the new Airbus A350-900 and its technical and service features, in line with the latest technological equipment. Dr. Sameh El-Hefny noted that EgyptAir is the first airline in North Africa to operate this type, as part of a comprehensive plan to modernize the fleet and support future expansion of EgyptAir's route network, especially to long-haul destinations, including cities in the United States such as Los Angeles and a number of destinations in East Asia.
El-Hefny explained that the new aircraft features a modern two-class interior design, including 30 Business Class seats and 310 Economy Class seats, in addition to the Airspace cabin, which offers higher levels of comfort and quiet, enhancing the travel experience on long-haul flights and keeping pace with the latest global standards in the aviation industry.
The Minister of Aviation noted that the new aircraft operates using a blend of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), reducing carbon emissions and strengthening Egypt's efforts to protect the environment, adding that it features advanced technological equipment, as EgyptAir became the first carrier in Africa to choose Panasonic Avionics' Astrova system, which offers an integrated entertainment experience via 4K OLED screens, Bluetooth audio technology and fast charging via USB-C ports, along with high-speed internet connectivity throughout the flight, according to the official Facebook page of the Egyptian Cabinet.
