Civil Aviation Minister Sameh El-Hefny said EgyptAir’s first Airbus A350 is scheduled for the final quarter of 2025 under an order for 10 aircraft, with subsequent deliveries to follow.
Speaking during the ninety-fifth Civil Aviation Day celebrations, he said the aircraft will bear pilot Mohamed Sidky’s name in recognition of his role in Egyptian aviation. Sidky flew solo from Berlin to Heliopolis, arriving January 26, 1930.
The ministry said EgyptAir’s modernization plans also include 18 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft joining progressively by 2026.
The airline is preparing to comply with EU ReFuelEU requirements beginning in 2025 and emissions reporting under the EU and UK emissions trading systems.
It is negotiating with sustainable aviation fuel suppliers and received an offer from SkyNRG to join a Microsoft-supported project covering up to 70% of SAF value.
EgyptAir is also upgrading its website, frequent-flyer program and contact center. Beyond existing Saudi and UAE coverage, it seeks expansion to the US, Canada, France, Britain, Kuwait and Jordan to increase foreign-currency revenue.
