This is the first time that this number has been recorded since its opening on May 18, 1963. The total number of flights reached 682, including 343 departure flights and 339 arrival flights, which confirms the airport’s ability to meet the increasing demand for travel traffic. It also indicates the high efficiency enjoyed by Cairo International Airport and the extent of its readiness to accommodate the largest number of tourists and travelers as it is Egypt’s first gateway and a major center for air transport in the region.
Dr. Sameh El-Hefny, Minister of Civil Aviation,
emphasized that these indicators align with the Ministry's strategic plan to
modernize and develop the infrastructure, enhance the efficiency of airports,
increase their capacity, and focus on improving the level of services provided
and strengthen Cairo International Airport's position as a pivotal and major
air transport hub in the Middle East and Africa.
He stressed that the coming period will witness a new
beginning for the civil aviation sector, moving toward an advanced stage of
development at Egyptian airports in partnership with the private sector. It
will contribute to accommodating the expected growth in passenger numbers and
keeping pace with the rapid developments in this field.
El-Hefny clarified that the significant growth in the
number of passengers and flights is a promising step toward achieving the
state's development goals and doubling its capacity to a total of 60 million
passengers annually, in accordance with Egypt Vision 2030.
Engineer Ayman Fawzy Azab, Chairman of the Holding
Company for Airports and Air Navigation, stated that this achievement reflects
the continuous expansion of the airport's capacity to handle growing air
traffic. He added that airport management is committed to implementing the
latest technologies and providing excellent logistical services tailored to
travelers' needs, ensuring a superior and unique travel experience for visitors
to Egypt.
Magdy Ishaq, Chairman of Cairo Airport Company,
announced that the airport has raised its maximum level of readiness across all
facilities to handle the increased air and tourist traffic arriving in Egypt.
He emphasized full coordination with all relevant airport authorities to ensure
the smooth flow of passengers and flights and to expedite procedures in the
departure and arrival halls.
Emergency plans and operational systems have also been activated in all terminals, including logistics services. An appropriate number of work teams from various sectors have been deployed to ensure the best possible service for passengers.