Boeing showcases Apache, Chinook, KC-46A at Egypt’s El Alamein Airshow
El Alamein, Sep 9. Boeing is showcasing a range of its military aircraft and helicopters at the El Alamein Airshow 2026, underscoring its long-standing defence partnership with Egypt and its focus on strengthening the country’s military and regional defence capabilities.
The three-day airshow, which began at El Alamein International Airport on September 8, has brought together defence and aerospace companies from across the world. Boeing is participating as a Silver Sponsor.
The US aerospace and defence major is displaying the AH-64 Apache attack helicopter, CH-47 Chinook heavy-lift helicopter and KC-46A Pegasus aerial refuelling aircraft at its exhibition stand.
The AH-64 Apache is designed for attack and close air-support missions, combining precision targeting, advanced sensors and survivability features. The CH-47 Chinook is a heavy-lift platform capable of carrying troops and cargo and supporting humanitarian assistance and special operations.
The KC-46A Pegasus is a multi-mission aerial refuelling aircraft that can also undertake airlift and medical evacuation missions.
“Egypt is one of the region’s most important defence and security partners,” said Brendan Nelson, senior vice president of Boeing and president of Boeing Global. He said Boeing’s relationship with the Egyptian armed forces had developed over several decades and that the company remained focused on supporting military personnel in protecting the country, responding to disasters and ensuring their safe return home.
Boeing’s military relationship with Egypt dates back to 1979, when the Egyptian Air Force acquired the F-4 Phantom II. Since then, Egypt has expanded its Boeing fleet to include 43 AH-64D Apache attack helicopters and 18 CH-47D Chinook heavy-lift helicopters.
The two platforms have become important components of Egypt’s operational capabilities, including missions involving military operations and humanitarian assistance.
Beyond defence cooperation, Boeing said it has invested more than $3 million in community programmes in Egypt over the past decade. These initiatives have focused on science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education, employability, entrepreneurship and sustainability in support of Egypt’s Vision 2030.
The company said its community programmes had reached about 9,800 participants over the past five years, reflecting its broader effort to expand its engagement in Egypt beyond military and aerospace cooperation.
