After looking at three options given by the financial advisor — (1) selling the hotel, (2) making a joint venture with different choices, and (3) giving it on long-term lease — the government group (CCOP) decided to go with the joint venture model that includes multiple options. This plan is made to increase the long-term […]
On Monday night, PIA announced a temporary suspension of flights to several Gulf countries as a precautionary measure in light of the escalating tensions in the Persian Gulf region. “The safety of our passengers remains our top priority,” the PIA spokesperson said. “We deeply regret the inconvenience caused by the flight cancellations, but these steps […]
The bids were submitted ahead of a June 19 deadline to acquire up to 100% of Pakistan International Airlines, which has accumulated over $2.5 billion in losses in roughly a decade. Still, following a major restructuring, it posted its first operating profit in 21 years in the year through June 2024. The sale is seen […]
The video was shot by a pilot of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) during a flight. The video, which quickly went viral online, shows bright streaks of light cutting through the night sky, believed to be the missiles in flight. According to airline sources, the incident took place during a PIA flight from Jeddah to Pakistan. […]
Iranian media and witnesses reported explosions, including at the country’s main uranium enrichment facility at Natanz, while Israel declared a state of emergency in anticipation of retaliatory missile and drone strikes. Iranian state television reported that Hossein Salami, the chief of the elite Revolutionary Guards corps, had been killed and the unit’s headquarters in Tehran […]
As per details, Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) flight PK-732 departed from King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah at 8:50 PM local time and arrived in Islamabad at 3:50 AM, according to Secretary Ministry of Religious Affairs Dr. Syed Ata Ur Rehman. Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Tariq Fazal Chaudhary welcomed the pilgrims at the airport. The […]
According to the airline’s official report, the Airbus A320 fleet was the most affected, accounting for 85 percent of the total incidents in the last year. Among the airports, Lahore witnessed the highest number of bird strikes with 28 cases, followed by Islamabad with 18 and Karachi with 17. Multan reported 14 incidents, while Faisalabad […]
As part of the enhancement initiative, PIA will install brand-new, modern seating in both economy and business class sections of its Boeing 777 aircraft. The upgrade also includes the introduction of a new in-flight entertainment system aimed at providing passengers with a more comfortable and engaging travel experience with PIA. The improvements are specifically geared […]
Talking to Radio Pakistan Correspondent in Makkah, Secretary Religious Affairs Dr Syed Ata ur Rehman said over 87,000 pilgrims have landed in Saudi Arabia so far under the government scheme, while 21,984 pilgrims have reached under the private scheme. He said five flights are scheduled for Saturday from Islamabad, Karachi, and Lahore to airlift the […]
“To mark the occasion, a cake-cutting ceremony was held at the PIA office in Dubai, attended by H.E. Hussain Muhammad, Consul General. The event also welcomed members of a foreign tourist group traveling on the inaugural flight, underscoring the growing interest in Pakistan’s scenic northern areas,” a press statement issued here read. Regional Manager Sarmad […]
