Captain Nevin Darwish honored as Entrepreneur of the Year at Riyadh's GAF.

EgyptAir Captain Nevin Darwish was honored with the Entrepreneur Award during the Global Airports Forum (GAF) held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This recognition coincides with her selection as the keynote speaker for the Women in Aviation (WIA) Middle East chapter’s General Assembly events, which took place concurrently with the GAF. The award acknowledges Darwish's distinguished and influential career within the aviation sector, symbolizing the growing presence of Egyptian and Arab women in the global industry.

Captain Darwish, a highly prominent figure among Egyptian female pilots, expressed immense pride in the international recognition. She emphasized that the award serves as a powerful motivator to continue supporting and empowering future generations of women entering the rapidly evolving aviation field. Darwish highlighted her anticipation for networking opportunities with global industry leaders, airport experts, and young professionals during the Riyadh forum.

A key highlight of Captain Darwish’s career is her distinction as the first Egyptian and Arab woman to command the world’s largest passenger aircraft, the Airbus A380. This historic achievement further cemented her status as an inspiring leader in commercial aviation, making her a fitting recipient for the Entrepreneur Award and a powerful voice for WIA Middle East.