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Hazard, incident reporting app launched by CAA

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Hazard

The Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA) has introduced a smartphone application for reporting hazards, accidents, or safety issues that pose a threat to air travelers. The PCAA announced the launch via their official Twitter account, according to the post read, “Safety is Everyone’s Responsibility. PCAA is pleased to announce the launch of an android app … Read more

PCAA announces rapid PCR test facility at Karachi airport in two days

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Indian Plane Karachi

The Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA) has announced that the counters for rapid PCR tests for Covid-19 will become functional within two days at the Karachi airport.

The PCAA said that the services of Pakistani labs accredited by the UAE authorities would be available at the Karachi Airport four hours before the departure of passengers going abroad, adding that the fee of the test would have to be paid by the travellers.

“The CAA is finalising all possible measures to prevent the spread of the Covid-19 pandemic,” the authority further stated in a statement.

The announcement came after hundreds of passengers were barred from travelling to Dubai for not having a rapid PCR test, which is required to be conducted within four hours before the departure of the flight.

However, it disclaims the authority’s earlier stance that the country did not have the resources to conduct rapid PCR tests and only rapid antigen testing was currently being used as a method of testing passengers for the novel Coronavirus at the airports.

Earlier, the Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) had said that it will set up mobile testing facilities at airports amidst Pakistani expatriates’ denial to fly to the UAE due to the non-availability of Rapid Test facilities.

A regional manager for the UAE at PIA said the national carrier will set up mobile labs at the airports so that the UAE-bound passengers can take rapid tests before boarding flights.

PIA currently runs international flights to UAE from Peshawar, Lahore, Islamabad, Sialkot, Multan and Karachi.

Earlier, the United Arab Emirates had announced the lifting of the ban on transit flights to several countries, including Pakistan.

In this regard, five vaccines have been approved for use in the UAE:

  •  Pfizer-BioNTech
  •  Sinopharm
  •  Oxford-AstraZeneca
  •  Moderna
  • Sputnik V

The UAE’s National Emergency and Crisis Management Authority had said that the ban on transit flights to several other countries, including Pakistan, India and Nigeria, would be lifted from August 5. However, thousands of travellers going abroad are stranded in Pakistan.

The UAE airport is considered a hub for international travellers. Due to the Coronavirus, the Gulf country banned flights from African countries, including South Asia. Dubai officials said on Tuesday that transit passengers from countries that were banned would now be able to use Dubai Airport.

However, all such passengers will have to show a negative PCR test, which was done better hours before departure.

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PCAA Notifies Fresh Travel Guidelines For Domestic Flights Amidst COVID Surge

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PCAA domestic flights travel advisory

The Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA) has on Sunday issued a fresh travel advisory for all passengers boarding domestic flights following the sharp COVID-19 surge across Pakistan.

According to a notification, the CAA has declared the COVID-19 vaccination certificate mandatory for passengers travelling through domestic flights from August 01 (today).

“In continuation to the steps being undertaken to curb the spread of Covid-19 in Pakistan, it has been decided by the Competent Authority that with effect from August 1, 2021, no Pakistani passenger of 18 years of age and above, will be allowed to undertake domestic air travel within Pakistan without proof of Covid-19 vaccination,” the notification read.

Earlier on July 17, the Civil Aviation Authority had directed all employees to get themselves vaccinated against the virus by July 31.

PCAA Issued Travel Advisory For International Flights

Previously, The CAA had issued a travel advisory for international flights amid the rising coronavirus infections, stating that only 20 flights will be operated in Pakistan till July 15.

The aviation authority had stated in the notification that 80 per cent of inbound international flights will be banned except for the operations up to 20 per cent in harmony with the Summer 2021 schedule.

It added that the international inbound flights were improved to 40 per cent only for direct flights from the United Kingdom (UK), Canada, Europe, Malaysia, and China from July 1.

The CAA had also noticed that some foreign air carriers operating to and from Pakistan are over-booking passengers for inbound flights to Pakistan from different international destinations on the conjecture of a predictable authorization of the heightened quota in the next NOTAM.

Later, the airlines started cancellation of the overbookings on the pretext that CAA has cancelled flight authorizations thereby holding the blame on Pakistan’s aviation authority.

It had added that CAA has taken strict notice of the wrongdoing by foreign airlines leading to public discomfort and inconvenience for the travellers and reserves the right to take punitive action.

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PCAA Notifies Travel Ban From More 15 Countries Following COVID Spike

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PCAA notifies Category C

The Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has on Saturday announced fresh travel restrictions for inbound passengers following the third Coronavirus wave across the country.

According to the details, the PCAA has added 15 more countries in category C of the international travel list.

The CAA has renewed its category C for international travel and added Bangladesh, Iran, Iraq and other countries to the list. India, Brazil, South Africa, Portugal, Nepal are already included in the list. The number of countries included in category C currently stands at 38.

PCAA Category C

Those coming from countries in the C travel category will have to take prior approval from the National Command and Operations Centre (NCOC).

Moreover, the aviation department has also prolonged the travel restrictions of 38 countries placed in Category C after the decision takes by the NCOC.

Earlier, the PCAA had allowed airlines to run 30% more outbound international flights from the country following the rapid increase in COVID-19 cases.

A notification issued by CAA has permitted the airlines so that they could take passengers in their outbound flights, that were previously going vacant. The increased international flight operation would also include cargo flights of the airlines.

“We have taken the decision in the wake of a crowd and fewer number of available flights,” the CAA said.

On the other hand, Seven inbound passengers have tested positive for coronavirus at Karachi’s Jinnah International Airlines who arrived in Pakistan through an international airline from Saudi Arabia.

The COVID-19 test of seven passengers came positive during the examination of 254 inbound travellers from Saudi Arabia who had travelled from Jeddah.

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PCAA Permits airlines to Run 30% More outbound international flights

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CAA allows airlines to operate 30 pc more outbound international flights

The Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA) has on Wednesday allowed airlines to run 30% more outbound international flights from the country following the rapid increase in COVID-19 cases.

A notification issued by CAA has permitted the airlines so that they could take passengers in their outbound flights, that were previously going vacant. The increased international flight operation would also include cargo flights of the airlines.

“We have taken the decision in the wake of a crowd and fewer number of available flights,” the CAA said.

Earlier, PCAA had extended the travel restrictions for International passengers arriving from Category C countries till May 04 following the deadly COVID-19 outbreak in the country.

PCAA had announced new guidelines for extended travel restrictions for Category C passengers.

Brazil, India, Kenya, Zimbabwe, South Africa and others are among 23 countries included in the Category C. Those coming from countries in the C travel category will have to take earlier permission from the National Command and Operations Centre (NCOC).

The restrictions will also be imposed on the Pakistani passport holders, NICOP and POC holders.

However, those coming from countries in the B travel category will have to make sure a negative Covid PCR report at a maximum of 90 hours before boarding, the notification read.

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PIA To Run Three Additional Flights To UK Following Its April 9 Travel Ban

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PIA HIKE FARE BY OVER 100PC AHEAD OF EID UL ADHA

The Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has on Tuesday announced to run three additional flights to the United Kingdom (UK) following its travel restrictions from April 9.

PIA will run two flights to Manchester on April 7 and 8 and one to London on April 8.

The national flight carrier in its Tweet said, “Those who couldn’t yet get the seats can get those with ease by approaching PIA offices, tasked by CEO to work 24/7. More flights are also planned & will be announced soon.”

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Pakistan Removes UK From The List Of Travel Restricted Countries

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PCAA Pakistan UK travel ban

The Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA) has on Sunday removed the United Kingdom (UK) from the list of travel restricted countries amidst the sharp rise of new COVID strain across the globe.

According to the notification issued by PCAA, Pakistan removes the UK from the list of travel restricted countries and has been removed from category C of the banned countries and included in category B.

The PCAA has also issued new Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for international and chartered flights. The new SOPs will be effective from April 6th until April 20th.

The fresh COVID-19 test is mandatory for passengers coming from UK 72 hours before their arrival in Pakistan, the notification said.

The notification further added that 22 countries including South Africa, Colombia, Zimbabwe and Ghana have been included in category C.

UK Added Pakistan To ‘Red List‘ of Travel Ban Countries

Earlier, the British government had imposed a travel ban on Pakistan due to the growing number of coronavirus cases in the country.

After which, the Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority put on hold the request of British Airways for more flights. British Airways had sought permission for 10 more flights to Pakistan.

Civil aviation took more precautionary measures on SOPs and did not allow any more flights of the British airline.

Sources said that the request of British Airways for more flights was put on hold, British Airways had sought permission for 10 more flights to Pakistan, 7 flights from the UK to Islamabad and 3 flights from the UK to Lahore.

It is pertinent to mention here that Pakistan International Airlines has increased the number of flights to the UK before April 9 on government directives.

The return of passengers to Pakistan on Easter and Good Friday has become difficult after the UK added Pakistan to the red list.

On the other hand, a statement issued by the PIA spokesperson said that in this situation, fares were being collected from foreign airlines up to Rs 4 lakh.

The spokesman said that on the instructions of the government, PIA increased the number of its flights before April 9.

“With the additional flights, five PIA flights will now depart for the UK from April 4 to 9.”

According to CEO PIA Arshad Malik, the purpose of the additional flights is to ease the problems of migrants and control fares.

“Special instructions have been issued to make it easier for passengers to get tickets.”

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PCAA Announces To Fine Staff Workers If Found Violating COVID SOPs

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PCAA To Fine Rs500

The Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA) has announced to charge those violating COVID SOPs while working on airports.

The PCAA said that it would fine staff workers found violating the COVID SOPs issued by the National Command Operation Centre (NCOC) in order to curb the rise of this deadly virus.

The notification issued said that the CAA has mentioned the names of people within the airport that have been fined so far for the range of violations.

“Those fined by the authorities for violating SOPs will have to pay the challans in the banks mentioned,” added the notification.

People will be fined up to Rs500 by the airport authorities.

PCAA Fine

Earlier, the Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA) had announced a complete travel ban on inbound travel to Pakistan from Category C countries.

A notification issued by the PCAA on Twitter announced that the ban will be effective from March 23 till April 5, 2021. The aviation department is taking measure steps to tackle the ongoing third COVID-19 wave across the county.

Also, Pakistan has hindered 12 countries including South Africa, Rwanda and Tanzania to enter travel Pakistan in order to curb the deadly virus spread.

Pakistan, however, on Sunday has recorded 3,667 new cases, taking the national tally to 626,802.

Furthermore, the CAA issued a fresh list of countries categorized into A, B and C and forced a complete ban on travel from 12 countries.

The travel restrictions and a ban on inbound passengers from 12 countries will remain effective from March 23 to April 5.

The Category C countries include Botswana, Brazil, Columbia, Comoros, Ghana, Kenya, Mozambique, Peru, Rwanda, South Africa, Tanzania and Zambia.

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C-category Passengers’ Entry Into Pakistan Is Subject To ‘Special Permit’

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C-category Passengers' Entry Into Pakistan Is Subject To 'Special Permit'

The Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority has relaxed the ban on passengers coming to Pakistan from C-category countries. Passengers from 12 C-category countries will now be allowed to travel under special permits. The government of Pakistan had decided to impose a complete ban on the entry of travellers from C-category countries from March 23 to April … Read more

PCAA notifies travel ban from 12 countries following new COVID Strain

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CAA Revokes Flight Permit From Dubai To Peshawar For Violating SOPs

The Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA) has on Sunday announced a complete travel ban on inbound travel to Pakistan from Category C countries.

A notification issued by the PCAA on Twitter announces that the ban will be effective from March 23 till April 5, 2021. The aviation department is taking measure steps to tackle the ongoing third COVID-19 wave across the county.

Also, Pakistan has hindered 12 countries including South Africa, Rwanda and Tanzania to enter travel Pakistan in order to curb the deadly virus spread.

Pakistan, however, on Sunday has recorded 3,667 new cases, taking the national tally to 626,802.

Furthermore, the CAA issued a fresh list of countries categorized into A, B and C and forced a complete ban on travel from 12 countries.

The travel restrictions and a ban on inbound passengers from 12 countries will remain effective from March 23 to April 5.

The Category C countries include Botswana, Brazil, Columbia, Comoros, Ghana, Kenya, Mozambique, Peru, Rwanda, South Africa, Tanzania and Zambia.

Earlier, CAA had taken a quintessential measure on the issue of promotion of tourism in Mohenjo-Daro, Larkana.

The aviation authority had started renovation work at Mohenjo-Daro airport to give special facilities for passengers and tourists.

In the first phase, a new air-conditioning system will be installed at Mohenjo-Daro airport for the convenience of tourists and passengers, sources said.

CAA had given the proper advertisement to replace the old air conditioning system.

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CAA issues new travel advisory for inbound flights, chartered planes

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C-category Passengers' Entry Into Pakistan Is Subject To 'Special Permit'

The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has issued a new travel advisory for inbound flights, private, and chartered planes.

According to the notification issued in this regard, the CAA reduced the countries in Category A from 24 to 15, while the ban on passengers from countries in Category C remained intact.

The guidelines will remain in place until March 14, the notification said.

Australia, Bhutan, China, Fiji, Japan, Saudi Arabia, Myanmar, New Zealand, and Sri Lanka are among the 21 countries included in Category A, according to the notification.

Furthermore, the passengers from countries included in Category A do not require a COVID-19 PCR test before landing in Pakistan.

Earlier, the CAA had issued a new travel guideline for international flights in view of the recent wave of coronavirus.

The new SOPs issued by CAA will be applicable from January 1 to March 31, 2021. This guideline has been issued for passengers of Category B and C countries.

The notification issued by the Director Air Transport stated that passengers from Category B and C countries will have to submit a negative test report of 96 hours before departure.

The notification further that passengers from Category A countries of 24 countries will be exempted from submitting the corona test report. Passengers from Category C countries will have to undergo another test on arrival in Pakistan.

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CAA Upgrades Advisory For Travelers Flying Into Pakistan

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CAA Upgrades Travel Advisory For Travelers Flying Into Pakistan

The Civil Aviation Authority has issued new travel guidelines for passengers coming to Pakistan. Under the Coronavirs SOPs, the countries have been divided into three categories. The guidelines issued by Irfan Sabir, Director Air Transport, Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), state that Category A includes Australia, China, Iraq, New Zealand, Qatar, Iceland, Sri Lanka and Saudi … Read more

Turkish Airlines fined for violating COVID-19 protocols in Pakistan

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Turkish Airlines

Pakistan has fined Turkish Airlines for violating the health protocols devised to prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus. According to the details,  the Civil Aviation Authority imposed a fine of Rs100,000 on Turkish Airlines for violation of coronavirus standard operating procedures. Spokesperson CAA, Abdul Sattar Khokhar said that the Turkish carrier had taken on … Read more

CAA issues new SOPs for domestic flights

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SOPs

On Monday, the Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (PCCA) has issued a new standard operating procedure (SOPs) for domestic flights to control the risk of spreading the novel coronavirus among the passengers and the crew. According to the PCCA spokesperson, the new SOPs will come into effect from 6th October and will continue to force till … Read more

CAA issues fresh travel advisory for intentional passengers

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CAA Releases New International Travel Advisory Amid Resurgence Of COVID

On Wednesday, the Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA) has issued a new travel advisory for the international passengers to reduce the risk of spreading COVID-19 and to keep the passengers and crew safe from the novel virus. According to the PCAA spokesperson the new standard operating procedures (SOPs) will come into effect from October 5th … Read more

Int’l flight targeted by laser light before landing at Islamabad airport

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Islamabad flight laser light

An international flight at Islamabad airport coming from Doha was targeted with laser light before landing here on Thursday. According to sources, the pilot of the flight was distracted by a ‘flashing laser light’. The plane was just seven nautical miles away from landing at the airport, when it was targeted with a yellow laser … Read more

Good news for CAA employees

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CAA Releases New International Travel Advisory Amid Resurgence Of COVID

The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has decided to promote 30 officers to the next grade. Director HR CAA Malik Mazhar issued notification regarding promotion of officers to next grade. [embedpost id=”50366″ slug=”caa-clears-18-pilots-serving-in-malaysia”] According to the notification, the promoted officers have been promoted to the post of Senior Assistant Director in Executive Grade One to Two. … Read more

Pakistan is our mother, institutions are its jewels: Bilawal Bhutto

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PTI not responded to any question raised about corruption: Bilawal

Pakistan Peoples Party Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has said that Pakistan is our mother and its institutions are the jewels of Mother Earth. According to details, a video link meeting of representatives of civil aviation and PIA union was held under the chairmanship of Bilawal Bhutto Zardari. [embedpost id=”50366″ slug=”zardari-and-his-party-looted-national-institutions-says-murad-saeed”] Speaking during the meeting, Bilawal … Read more

PCAA suspends domestic flight operations till May 7

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plane’s door opened ahead of landing.

Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority has decided to extend the closure of domestic flights till May 7, 2020 to fight coronavirus pandemic. The official twitter account of PCAA said, “As per the decision of the GoP, the suspension of Domestic flight operations as effected earlier has been extended upto Thursday, May 7, 2020 at 2359 hours … Read more

Pakistan CAA traffic controller saves Indian flight from major catastrophe

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Pakistan CAA traffic controller saves Indian flight

An air traffic controller from Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority saved an international flight from the Indian city of Jaipur to Muscat Oman by guiding it through air traffic out of an emergency. According to details, an international flight, carrying 150 passengers flew from Jaipur to Muscat, was flying over the Karachi region when got stuck … Read more

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