Egyptian Aviation Academy Orders 10 Cessna Skyhawks

Textron Aviation, working with Ariegsa Manufacturing, received an order to provide 10 Cessna Skyhawk 172s for the Egyptian Aviation Academy. Ariegsa is the prime contractor on the sale.

Scheduled for delivery in 2027, the aircraft will support the academy’s effort to modernize its training capabilities for pilots across the Middle East and Africa. The single-engine four-seat, high-wing Skyhawk features Garmin G1000NXi avionics with wireless connectivity, a standard angle-of-attack display system, and a McCauley aluminum fixed-pitch propeller.

The Skyhawks join an Egyptian Aviation Academy fleet that also includes Cessna Citation Mustang, Beechcraft Baron, and Beechcraft Bonanza aircraft.

“The Cessna 172 provides cadets with the reliability, ease of flight, and advanced avionics necessary to meet international aviation standards and prepare for successful careers in both civil and commercial aviation,” said Egyptian Aviation Academy chairman Ezzat Metwaly Ali.

Founded in 1932 and headquartered in 6th of October City in Giza, Egypt, Egyptian Aviation Academy is one of the oldest flight schools in the Middle East and Africa region. A government-owned organization, the academy is recognized by the International Civil Aviation Organization as a regional training center.