Global Reach   |   Now Boarding Blog   |   Services   |   ATG EGYPT (CAIRO) - Security has been heightened at the Cairo International Airport, located in Egypt's capital, Cairo, following the discovery of two packages said to have been containing explosive devices at the facility, on 24 November. The explosives were reportedly discovered during a preliminary security screening of packages that were to be loaded on an unspecified flight en route to the US, via London, UK. Security personnel have been placed on alert and enhanced screening measures have been implemented. Further details are unavailable. Security measures are already thought to have been elevated across Egypt's airports following the downing of the Metrojet commercial airliner in central Sinai Peninsula on 31 October. While the additional security deployment and screening at the airport is not unusual, additional checkpoints and baggage checks on arrival should be anticipated. These measures could result in delays. It should be noted that the actual risk of further attacks targeting the aviation sector remains limited given the elevated security put in place following the 31 October incident; however, further attempted attacks against airports and aircraft cannot be discounted.   Persons transiting Cairo International Airport should cater for possible travel delays due to enhanced security measures. Persons travelling to and from Egypt by air should maintain elevated vigilance. All suspicious persons and packages should be reported to the authorities. Clients concerned about the security of travel in or to Egypt are advised to contact their security provider for an update on the situation. Furthermore, travelers should confirm the status of their flight(s) with their travel provider prior to departure. ATG has contacted Travel Managers who have travelers scheduled to fly through Cairo International Airport who were ticketed through ATG. ATG has Customer Coaches available around-the-clock if you   need assistance with your travel plans.