PIA Launches Cadet Pilot Program to Support International Flights July 29, 2025 – Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has started a new hiring drive to recruit cadet pilots and experienced commercial pilots. This move is part of its plan to restart flights to Europe and the UK. PIA will select cadet pilots for a two-year contract, […]
According to Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA) sources, a delegation from the Saudi General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) is scheduled to visit Pakistan next month in August to conduct a comprehensive security audit of the country’s major international airports, including those in Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Peshawar, Faisalabad, Sialkot, and Multan. The audit will assess […]
As per details, a two-member PIA delegation has arrived in Manchester to assess arrangements ahead of the airline’s first resumed flight. The team comprises Chief Operating Officer Khurram Mushtaq and General Manager Coordination Zulqarnain Mehdi. According to sources, the airline is gearing up to operate its first UK-bound flight on August 14, following the lifting […]
PIA Set to Resume Direct UK Flights in August After Five-Year Ban Lifted KARACHI – Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) is preparing to restart direct flights to the United Kingdom this August, following the recent removal of a five-year ban imposed by British authorities on all Pakistani carriers. The national carrier’s CEO conducted an in-depth inspection […]
PIA Seeks UK Approval to Resume Flights to Manchester ISLAMABAD – Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has formally requested clearance from the United Kingdom Civil Aviation Authority (UK CAA) to resume flight operations to Manchester, sources revealed on Wednesday. The airline has submitted a written application and is optimistic about receiving flight approval within the coming […]
UK Lifts Ban on Pakistani Airlines After Years of Safety Reforms LONDON/ISLAMABAD – In a significant development for Pakistan’s aviation sector, the United Kingdom has officially lifted its ban on Pakistani airlines, including Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), allowing them to once again apply for permits to operate in British airspace. The announcement was made today […]
As per details, a PIA aeroplanes encountered a total of 38 bird strike incidents during the past six months. Lahore Airport recorded the highest number of bird strike incidents, with nine cases, followed by Multan with seven, Karachi with five, and Islamabad and Peshawar with four each. Sialkot reported three incidents, while one case was […]
Pakistani Airlines Cleared to Resume Flights to UK After Safety Ban Lifted ISLAMABAD – Pakistani airlines have been cleared to apply for operational clearance from the UK Civil Aviation Authority (UK CAA) after being removed from the United Kingdom’s aviation safety list. The announcement marks a breakthrough following a year-long ban imposed due to concerns […]
As per details, the Secretary of the Privatization Commission announced that the process is expected to be completed within 60 to 90 days. The government plans to retain 15 percent of PIA’s shares, while the remaining 85 percent will be offered for privatization, the secretary informed the committee. During the meeting, Committee Chairman Farooq Sattar […]
KARACHI – In a significant step towards the privatization of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), all four shortlisted investor groups will be granted detailed access to the airline’s business records ahead of the formal bidding process, according to official sources. Insiders revealed that comprehensive briefings will be held at PIA Headquarters in Karachi, where representatives of […]
