EgyptAir is the flag carrier of Egypt. It began in 1933. Originally, it was named "Misr Airwork". The name was finally changed to EgyptAir in October 1971. The airline was the first from the Middle east to have jet aircraft. In 2008, it joined Star Alliance. EgyptAir suffered heavy losses during the 2011 Egyptian revolution.
A: EgyptAir is the flag carrier airline of Egypt.
A: EgyptAir began in 1933.
A: EgyptAir was originally named "Misr Airwork".
A: The name "EgyptAir" was finally adopted in October 1971.
A: The significance of EgyptAir being the first Middle Eastern airline to have jet aircraft is that it was a pioneer in the region.
A: EgyptAir joined Star Alliance in 2008.
A: EgyptAir suffered heavy losses during the 2011 Egyptian revolution.
