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The Architect of Growth Returns: Leading Air Cairo into a New Era

Air Cairo is thrilled to welcome Mr. Hussein Sherif back to lead our airline.

With over 35 years of unparalleled expertise in the aviation industry, his return as Chairman of the Board & CEO is a powerful signal of our commitment to strategic expansion and world-class operational standards.

The Legacy of a Transformation:

Mr. Sherif is the architect of Air Cairo's recent massive growth. During his previous tenure as Accountable Executive & CEO (February 2020 - February 2024), he orchestrated one of the most successful transformation periods in the company’s history:

• Fleet Revolution: He led the expansion that saw the Air Cairo fleet skyrocket from just 7 aircraft to a formidable 37 aircraft by 2024.
• Market Expansion: This record growth was achieved by the trust & belief of the staff into his vision of expansion to new markets.
• Financial Strength: His leadership ensured that this massive expansion was correlated with improving the airline's operational and financial performance.

A New Horizon of High Expectations

The entire Air Cairo family holds immensely high hopes for Mr. Sherif's return.

His proven ability to maximize productivity and profitability and his vision for expansion mean we are poised for even greater success in the coming years.

Global Aviation Expertise

Mr. Sherif's extensive career includes founding start-up airlines and serving in executive roles across the sector:

• As V.P. Commercial he succeeded to safely pass one of EgyptAir's toughest times 2012-2013
• He was named one of Forbes Top 100 Travel & Tourism Leaders in 2023.