Flight Support in Egypt
Comprehensive Flight Support Services in
Egypt International Airports
Airways Flight Support provides reliable and efficient aviation services across Egypt’s major international airports. From comprehensive flight planning and precise fuel coordination to swift overflight and landing permit assistance, we ensure smooth execution of every stage of your operations — including full ground handling and logistical support.
Whether your journey connects through Cairo, Alexandria, Sharm El Sheikh, Hurghada, or other key airports across Egypt, our experienced team guarantees seamless coordination and dependable service. Choose Airways Flight Support for expert handling, cost-effective solutions, and trusted operational support tailored to your aviation needs in Egypt.
Flight & Route Planning
Flight Permits & Slots
Ground Handling
aviation fueling
Airline Crew Support
Inflight Catering
Flight & Route Planning
Flight Permits & Slots
Ground Handling
aviation fueling Service
Airline Crew Support
Inflight Catering
Requirements for Egypt Overflight and Landing Permits
- Provide a comprehensive flight schedule.
- Include the entry and exit points along with the ATC flight plan.
- Submit colored copies of crew licenses.
- Provide copies of crew medical certificates.
- Include the last simulator training record or last proficiency check report for the crew.
- Provide details of lead passengers for passenger flights.
- Include operator billing address, email, telephone number, and fax number.
Airports List For Egypt
Geographical & Administrative Info for Airport
- Location: Cairo, Egypt
- Coordinates: N30°06.7′, E031°24.8′
- IATA Airport Code: CAI
- ICAO Airport Code: HECA
- Airport Type: Civil
- Airport Hours: 24 Hours (Admin 0600–1400Z)
- Control Tower: 24 Hours
- Elevation: 467 ft
- Customs: As per airport operating hours
- Immigration: As per airport operating hours
- Time: UTC+2.00
- Operating Hours: H24 (Admin 0600–1400Z)
- Runway: 05R / 23L — 13,123 × 197 ft
- Airport Communications:
- Cairo Clearance: 120.100 MHz
- Cairo ATIS: 122.600 MHz
- Ground Control: 121.900 MHz
- Control Tower: 118.100 MHz
Crew Hotel Available
Crew visas are issued upon arrival on GENDEC and are typically valid for up to 72 hours.
- Cairo Marriott & Casino: 25-minute drive from airport
- Concorde El Salam Hotel: 10-minute drive from airport
- Conrad Cairo: 45-minute drive from airport
- Fairmont Heliopolis Cairo: 16-minute drive from airport
- Flamenco Hotel: 35-minute drive from airport
Ground Handling Services Offered by Airways Flight Support
- Oversight of Airline Diversions
- Coordination for Emergency Medical Flights
- Facilitation of Chartered Cargo Operations
- Provision of Fuel Stop Services
- Support for Delivery Flights during Aircraft Ferries
- Assistance with Humanitarian Relief Operations
- Management of Helicopter Transportation Services
- Arrangement of Passenger Flights in accordance with Part 91 & Part 135 Regulations
Geographical & Administrative Info for Airport
- Location: Alexandria, Egypt
- Coordinates: N31°10.9′, E029°56.8′
- IATA Airport Code: ALY
- ICAO Airport Code: HEAX
- Airport Type: Civil
- Airport Hours: 0600–1400Z
- Control Tower: 24 Hours
- Elevation: -6 ft
- Customs: As per airport operating hours
- Immigration: As per airport operating hours
- Time: UTC+2.00
- Operating Hours: 0600–1400Z
- Runway: 04 / 22 — 7,221 × 148 ft
- Airport Communications:
- Control Tower: 120.300 MHz
Crew Hotel Available
Crew visas are issued upon arrival on GENDEC and are typically valid for up to 72 hours.- Four Seasons Alexandria: 15-minute drive from airport
- Helnan Palestine Hotel: 10-minute drive from airport
- Hilton Green Plaza: 15-minute drive from airport
- Plaza Hotel: 10-minute drive from airport
- Sheraton Montazah: 15-minute drive from airport
- Steigenberger Cecil: 10-minute drive from airport
Ground Handling Services Offered by Airways Flight Support
- Oversight of Airline Diversions
- Coordination for Emergency Medical Flights
- Facilitation of Chartered Cargo Operations
- Provision of Fuel Stop Services
- Support for Delivery Flights during Aircraft Ferries
- Assistance with Humanitarian Relief Operations
- Management of Helicopter Transportation Services
- Arrangement of Passenger Flights in accordance with Part 91 & Part 135 Regulations
Geographical & Administrative Info for Airport
- Location: Aswan, Egypt
- Coordinates: N23°57.9′, E032°49.2′
- IATA Airport Code: ASW
- ICAO Airport Code: HESN
- Airport Type: Joint Civil / Military
- Airport Hours: Ops H24, Admin 0600–1400Z
- Control Tower: 24 Hours
- Elevation: 662 ft
- Customs: As per airport operating hours
- Immigration: As per airport operating hours
- Time: UTC+2.00
- Operating Hours: Ops H24, Admin 0600–1400Z
- Runway: 17 / 35 — 11,161 × 148 ft
- Airport Communications:
- Aswan Ground: 121.900 MHz
- Control Tower: 118.300 MHz
Crew Hotel Available
Crew visas are issued upon arrival on GENDEC and are typically valid for up to 72 hours.
- Isis Island Aswan: 25-minute drive from airport
- Mövenpick Aswan: 20-minute drive from airport
- Sofitel Old Cataract Aswan: 25-minute drive from airport
Ground Handling Services Offered by Airways Flight Support
- Oversight of Airline Diversions
- Coordination for Emergency Medical Flights
- Facilitation of Chartered Cargo Operations
- Provision of Fuel Stop Services
- Support for Delivery Flights during Aircraft Ferries
- Assistance with Humanitarian Relief Operations
- Management of Helicopter Transportation Services
- Arrangement of Passenger Flights in accordance with Part 91 & Part 135 Regulations
Geographical & Administrative Info for Airport
- Location: Assiut, Egypt
- Coordinates: N27°02.7′, E031°00.7′
- IATA Airport Code: ATZ
- ICAO Airport Code: HEAT
- Airport Type: Civil
- Airport Hours: 24 Hours
- Control Tower: 24 Hours
- Elevation: 772 ft
- Customs: As per airport operating hours
- Immigration: As per airport operating hours
- Time: UTC+2.00
- Operating Hours: 24 Hours
- Runway: 13 / 31 — 9,905 × 148 ft
- Airport Communications:
- Assiut Ground: 121.000 MHz
- Control Tower: 118.100 MHz
Crew Hotel Available
Crew visas are issued upon arrival on GENDEC and are typically valid for up to 72 hours.
- Badr Touristic Hotel: 10-minute drive from airport
Ground Handling Services Offered by Airways Flight Support
- Oversight of Airline Diversions
- Coordination for Emergency Medical Flights
- Facilitation of Chartered Cargo Operations
- Provision of Fuel Stop Services
- Support for Delivery Flights during Aircraft Ferries
- Assistance with Humanitarian Relief Operations
- Management of Helicopter Transportation Services
- Arrangement of Passenger Flights in accordance with Part 91 & Part 135 Regulations
Geographical & Administrative Info for Airport
- Location: El Alamein, Egypt
- Coordinates: N30°55.5′, E028°27.7′
- IATA Airport Code: DBB
- ICAO Airport Code: HEAL
- Airport Type: Civil
- Airport Hours: AD SR–SS and O/R; Admin 0600–1400Z
- Control Tower: SR–SS and O/R
- Elevation: 143 ft
- Customs: As per airport operating hours
- Immigration: As per airport operating hours
- Time: UTC+2.00
- Operating Hours: AD SR–SS and O/R; Admin 0600–1400Z
- Runway: 13 / 31 — 11,483 × 148 ft
- Airport Communications:
- Alamein ATIS: 120.000 MHz
- Alamein Ground: 121.900 MHz
- Control Tower: 123.400 MHz
Crew Hotel Available
Crew visas are issued upon arrival on GENDEC and are typically valid for up to 72 hours.
- Charm Life Alamein Resort & Spa: 10-minute drive from airport
Ground Handling Services Offered by Airways Flight Support
- Oversight of Airline Diversions
- Coordination for Emergency Medical Flights
- Facilitation of Chartered Cargo Operations
- Provision of Fuel Stop Services
- Support for Delivery Flights during Aircraft Ferries
- Assistance with Humanitarian Relief Operations
- Management of Helicopter Transportation Services
- Arrangement of Passenger Flights in accordance with Part 91 & Part 135 Regulations
Queries from Flight Dispatchers
Typical inquiries from flight dispatchers regarding Overflight & Landing in Egypt.
Required Aircraft Documentation
- Air Operating Certificate (Private Aircraft Exempt)
- Airworthiness Certificate
- Insurance Documentation
- Noise Compliance Certificate
- Aircraft Registration Documentation
Official Egypt Overflight & Landing Permits Processing Fees
- As per Egypt Civil Aviation regulations, there are No processing fees imposed by the CAA for the issuance of Egypt Overflight Permits.
- The Egypt Civil Aviation Authority will directly issue the air navigation bill to the Airline/Operator through Euro Control.
Validity of a Egypt Overflight Permit
The validity period for the overflight permit extends for more than 24 hours from the initially requested schedule.
Working hours of the Egypt Civil Aviation Authority
- The Egypt Civil Aviation Authority operates from 0800Z to 1200Z during weekdays.
- Weekends in Egypt are observed on Friday & Saturday.
Types of Permits in Egypt
Charter and Private Operator Services
- Overflight Permits
- Cargo Flight Overfly Permits
- Commercial Airlines
Commercial Airlines
- Monthly Block Permits
- Seasonal Block Overflight Permits
- Overfly Country Navigation Settlement
Business Jets and Airliners Services
- Landing Permits
- Airport Parking Slot Arrangement
Special Category Flights
- State/Military Aircraft (diplomatic clearance required)
- Scientific Research
- Aerial Survey
Authority to Issue Egypt Overflight & Landing Permits
- Egypt Civil Aviation Authority manages aviation affairs in Egypt.
- The postal address for the authority is: Ministry of Civil Aviation, Airport Road, Cairo, Egypt.
FIR's In Egypt Airspace
Currently, Egypt’s airspace is managed within a single Flight Information Region (FIR).
The code assigned to Egypt’s FIR is:
The code assigned to Egypt’s FIR is:
- HECC
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