The Ministry of Civil Aviation and all its affiliated companies are continuing their intensive preparations for the 1447 AH-2026 Hajj season, harnessing all the human, technical and operational efforts and capabilities needed for pilgrims, to ensure a safe and easy travel experience and the highest levels of service through the national airlines and Egyptian airports, easing their blessed journey to the Holy Lands with high operational efficiency.
In this context, Dr. Sameh El-Hefny, Minister of Civil Aviation, held a meeting attended by civil aviation sector leaders to review the ministry's plan for following up on Hajj season operations across the various sectors, and to check the readiness of Cairo International Airport and the relevant Egyptian airports for the departure and reception of pilgrims.
The meeting reviewed the implementation status of flights carrying pilgrims to the Holy Lands, stressing operational efficiency inside airports to help complete procedures quickly and achieve high operational flow, especially during peak periods, as well as reviewing the level of services provided to pilgrims from their arrival at the airport until they board the aircraft, ensuring an integrated travel experience.
The meeting also addressed strengthening logistical aspects to ensure regular flights to Jeddah and Madinah, while adhering to the highest international operational standards, achieving the highest rates of safety and efficiency.
Dr. Sameh El-Hefny stressed the importance of continued coordination and integration among the various relevant bodies, foremost among them the Ministries of Interior, Foreign Affairs, Tourism, Awqaf, Health, Social Solidarity and Finance, to ensure an integrated operating system that eases all procedures and puts the comfort and safety of pilgrims at the top of its priorities at all stages of the journey, from their arrival at airports until their return home, with trained work teams providing the necessary support to the Guests of Allah, especially the elderly and people with special needs.
The Minister of Civil Aviation also stressed the importance of strengthening cooperation and coordination with the Saudi authorities responsible for organizing the Hajj season, helping raise the efficiency of joint operational procedures between the two sides.
El-Hefny pointed to the need for continuous follow-up of developments, especially in light of the current regional situation, with full readiness to deal immediately with any emergency challenges, ensuring stable operations and regular travel in both the outbound and return phases.
He stressed the commitment to providing the highest levels of care and raising the quality of services provided to the Guests of Allah, reflecting the efficiency and readiness of Egypt's civil aviation system and keeping pace with Egypt's leading position in organizing and managing Hajj seasons.
