History
Alexandria Airlines was established in 2007 and began operations shortly thereafter. It was formed to cater to the growing demand for charter services, especially for the large number of pilgrims traveling from Egypt. Its operational model focused on providing flexible, scheduled and ad-hoc charter flights rather than maintaining a regular scheduled service network.The airline operated for a few years, facing the competitive landscape of the Egyptian aviation market and the specific challenges of the charter sector. By the early 2010s, its operations became inconsistent, and it eventually ceased flying, though an official declaration of cessation can be difficult to pinpoint for smaller charter operators.
Fleet
Throughout its operational history, Alexandria Airlines primarily utilized a small fleet, which included:- [[Boeing 737-300]] - This type of aircraft was well-suited for its short to medium-haul charter routes.
Destinations
Alexandria Airlines' destinations varied based on charter contracts. Key destinations and regions included:- Saudi Arabia: Primarily [[Jeddah]] (JED) and [[Medina]] (MED) for Hajj and Umrah pilgrims.
- Middle East: Other regional destinations as required by charter agreements.
- Europe: Occasional leisure charters to destinations around the Mediterranean and Europe.
Airline Codes
- ICAO Code: AXK
- IATA Code: XT (though not always consistently listed in major databases, common for smaller charter airlines)
- Callsign: ALEXAIR