CAIRO: Delta Air Lines announced the start of its new nonstop flight from Cairo International Airport to New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) on June 5, the airline said in a press statement. The new service, which will operate five times per week, "is the only scheduled nonstop service operated by a US airline between Egypt and the United States and will strengthen business and tourism links between the two countries, the airline said. Bob Hannah, Delta's regional director of multi-national sales for Europe, the Middle East and Africa, said, "Travelers flying from Cairo will benefit from over 40 convenient connections throughout the United States and Canada to business and leisure destinations including Atlanta, Los Angeles, Orlando, San Francisco and Tampa. The new flight will also offer opportunities for freight forwarders and cargo shippers. Helena Haubova, regional manager for cargo sales, said, "The Egyptian cargo market is very promising and we are expecting a positive reaction from cargo agents in the market, as they see the benefit of increased services between Egypt and the United States. So far, the main commodities that Delta is likely to transport are textiles and perishables. Delta's nonstop service between Cairo and New York will be a two-class service featuring 215 seats. "The airline's on-demand personal in-seat entertainment boasts more than 20 first-run and popular classic movies, a variety of TV programs, a broad range of music, and a suite of 12 video games, the airline said, "Delta's flight will have English and Arabic speaking flight attendants onboard, as well as Halal food options. "Delta's Helicopter service, which provides an eight-minute trip between John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Manhattan, is complimentary for customers booked with international BusinessElite fares.
