AlMasria Universal Airlines is an Egyptian private airline that operates scheduled and charter passenger services. Founded in the mid-2000s, it serves domestic Egyptian routes as well as international destinations across the Middle East and Europe. The airline operates from Cairo International Airport as its primary base and has positioned itself as a low-cost alternative for travelers within Egypt and the surrounding region. It has navigated a competitive and challenging aviation environment in Egypt, including periods of reduced operations. AlMasria has utilized narrowbody jet aircraft to serve its network and has at various times expanded and contracted its route offerings in response to market conditions and operational considerations.