Dr. Sameh El-Hafny, Minister of Civil Aviation, witnessed the launch of the activities of the 130th edition of the IATP organization concerned with the exchange of technical service provision for aircraft, which is hosted by the EgyptAir Holding Company in Cairo until October 9, under the auspices of the Ministry of Civil Aviation.
The opening session of the conference was attended by a group of leaders from the Ministry of Civil Aviation and more than 600 participants from representatives of the organization’s member airlines, maintenance services companies, aircraft manufacturers, and spare parts suppliers.
Dr. Sameh confirmed Al-Hafni, in his speech during the opening session, highlighted the importance of the conference, which is an international forum aimed at reducing costs and improving operating efficiency… praising the coordination efforts made by all member states of the organization to enhance cooperation, which has become an urgent necessity for all airlines, maintenance providers, manufacturers and regulatory bodies in light of competitiveness. This industry is witnessing a significant increase in the safety, efficiency and sustainability of the air transport industry at the regional and global levels.
He pointed to the great interest that the Egyptian state gives to the civil aviation sector in all fields, Especially its supportive efforts towards developing infrastructure and improving operating efficiency in various activities, which effectively contributes to achieving national goals in accordance with international standards, as well as enhancing innovation, communication and operating regular flights, which has continuously contributed to the development of the relationship between the IATP and the civil aviation sector. Al-Masry Al-Masry to achieve the highest standards of aircraft operational performance thanks to the efforts of mutual and comprehensive support among all member airlines. Cairo’s hosting of this important conference reflects the confidence of major international organizations in Egypt’s ability to organize such global events… indicating that the importance of the event lies in meeting the needs of airlines for spare parts and necessary maintenance work. The conference will also enhance the exchange of experiences and follow-up of the latest legislation regulating maintenance. Aircraft, especially in emergency situations.
Engineer Ibrahim Fathi, Chairman of the Board of Directors of EgyptAir Company for Maintenance and Technical Works, said that Cairo’s hosting of the IATP conference for the second time since 2009 is evidence of its growing status as a center. International Aviation… Explaining that the international event is held twice a year before the beginning of each summer and winter operating season to discuss operating needs, ensure ease and ease of flight regularity, and avoid technical reasons for delays… adding that EgyptAir Maintenance and Technical Works seeks to cover the technical needs of the EgyptAir fleet inside and outside Egypt and to gain More clients by holding many bilateral meetings with members of the organization from international airlines. EgyptAir Maintenance and Technical Works, which has represented EgyptAir in the organization for 17 years, when it was elected president of the organization by consensus of its members. The IATP aims to facilitate the exchange of spare parts needed for aircraft in emergency situations, and coordination between airlines and aircraft maintenance companies to provide technical services in various fields. Airports around the world; In order to achieve liquidity in operating flights.
He stressed that the organization is proud of Egypt’s pioneering role in supporting its various activities… expressing the members’ happiness for their participation in the event held in Egypt, which has an effective role and a tourist destination. Unique.
For his part, Giorgio Pietra, CEO of the organization’s Board of Directors, said that he shares the members’ happiness for holding the conference in Egypt… expressing his confidence in the Egyptian capabilities and EgyptAir’s experience in the field The organization’s work and its keenness to provide a major and effective role due to its geographical location, well-known influence and long experience.
He praised the good organization and hosting, which was the subject of praise from all members, especially the tourist tour that was organized. On the sidelines of the conference activities, which included the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization and a visit to the pyramids area, during which all conference participants enjoyed sound and light shows and praised the splendor of the pyramids, Egypt’s great history and its dazzling present.
The conference sessions will discuss aspects of cooperation. Among the members of the organization during the bilateral meetings that will be held, in addition to the various agreements that will take place on the sidelines of the conference, several discussion sessions and technical lectures will also be presented by aviation experts that address various issues related to aircraft maintenance and overhaul.
It is noteworthy that EgyptAir’s membership in the IATP organization extends for more than 62 years, as it joined for the first time in 1962, and through its membership it succeeded in ensuring the operation of EgyptAir aircraft at foreign stations in emergency situations or by providing technical services. Or maintenance and inspections on aircraft before take-off and after arrival, in addition to drafting the necessary contracts with other companies to provide technical services for their aircraft at Egyptian airports.
