EgyptAir, originally founded as Misr Airwork in 1932, holds the distinction of being the Middle East's first airline and the seventh worldwide . Established with support from the British aviation company Airwork Services, the airline commenced operations in 1933, offering domestic flights between Cairo and Alexandria . Over the years, it expanded its network, introducing international routes and modernizing its fleet with various aircraft types, including the De Havilland Dragon and Vickers Viking. In 1946, the airline was renamed MisrAir, and in 1960, it merged with Syrian Airlines to form United Arab Airlines (UAA) . UAA became the first Middle Eastern airline to operate jet aircraft, introducing the Comet 4-C into its fleet.

Following the dissolution of the union between Egypt and Syria in 1971, the airline rebranded as EgyptAir . In 2002, it became a holding company with multiple subsidiaries, encompassing various aspects of aviation services . Joining the Star Alliance in 2008 further integrated EgyptAir into the global aviation network, enhancing its international reach . Today, EgyptAir operates a modern fleet, including Airbus A320, A330, A220, and Boeing 737, 777, and 787 Dreamliner aircraft, serving over 80 destinations worldwide. EgyptAir continues to be a prominent player in the aviation industry, symbolizing Egypt's enduring presence in global air travel