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Egypt’s New Presidential Aircraft: Boeing 747-8

The Egyptian government has taken delivery of its long-anticipated Boeing 747-8 presidential aircraft, despite the jet having been manufactured 14 years ago. Registered SU-EGY, the aircraft landed in Cairo on December 11, completing an unusual and lengthy journey before entering service. The Boeing 747-8 in question was produced in 2011 as part of Lufthansa’s 20-aircraft order. However, at Boeing’s request,…