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PM welcomes resumption of direct PIA flights to Baku

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ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif welcoming the resumption of direct PIA flights between Lahore and Baku called it a significant milestone for tourism and regional connectivity between both countries. “I warmly welcome the resumption of PIA’s direct flights between Lahore and Baku after a hiatus of two years — a significant milestone for tourism and … Read more

PIA begins preparations for resumption of UK flights

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Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has initiated preparations to resume flight operations to the United Kingdom. According to details, the UK’s Department for Transport (DFT) is expected to complete its audit of Pakistan’s Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), a key step towards reviving direct flights between the two countries. Following positive indications, PIA is actively working on … Read more

PIA flights to Europe restored following government efforts: Atta Tarar

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ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Information, Broadcasting, National Heritage, and Culture, Attaullah Tarar, announced that Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) flights to Europe have been restored, attributing the achievement to the efforts of the incumbent government. Speaking on Monday, Tarar highlighted this development as a key accomplishment while responding to points raised by opposition leader Omar Ayub. … Read more

Pakistani airline starting direct flights between Islamabad, Colombo

Minister sets new schedule for PIA privatization

Pakistani travelers frequently visit Sri Lanka for its picturesque landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and affordable travel options. This travel route has now received a significant boost with the introduction of direct flights. Sri Lankan High Commissioner Admiral (Retired) Ravindra Chandrasiri Wijegunaratne announced that AirSial, a private low-cost airline, will commence direct flight operations between Islamabad … Read more

PIA Cancels 16 Flights due to ‘Operational’ Reasons

PIA Cancels 16 Flights due to 'Operational' Reasons

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has reportedly canceled 16 flights due to ‘operational’ reasons. Specifically, the cancellations include four PIA flights from Islamabad to Gilgit (PK-601, 602, 605, and 606) due to a shortage of planes. Additionally, four flights from Karachi to Islamabad, two from Islamabad to Sukkur, two to Dubai from Islamabad, two from Lahore … Read more

PIA, PITB sign agreement to automate system

LAHORE: Punjab Information Technology Board (PITB) and Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) have signed a memorandum of understanding to implement e-Filing and Office Automation System (e-FOAS) for the national flag career, a statement said on Wednesday. The e-FOAS will enable departmental workflow automation, receipt and issuance management, e-noting and e-letter management using digital signatures, electronic record … Read more

PIA reduces fare for domestic and international traveling

PIA

On Tuesday Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has decided to further reduce fares for domestic and international flights. According to PIA spokespersons, a 15 percent discount will be given to the passengers traveling to Pakistan from Canada from September 8 till 15 November. PIA has also decided to give a 20 percent discount on domestic flights’ … Read more

UK’s Civil Aviation Authority suspends PIA flights following EASA decision

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After EASA banned PIA flights in Europe after the fake pilot license scandal, the British Civil Aviation Authority has also suspended all PIA flights.  According to CAA UK spokesperson, PIA flights from Birmingham, London, and Manchester are being suspended. He further said that The European Union has suspended the flights in the wake of the … Read more

Gov brings back more than 18,000 Pakistanis from various foreign shores

PIA pilot captain Khurram Mughal tested positive for coronavirus

The government has brought back more than 18,000 Pakistanis from various foreign shores. Most of them – a little over 13,000 – returned on special flights operated by PIA. Another roughly 5,000 stranded Pakistanis came back on flights operated by other airlines. Those who returned include 7,384 pilgrims.  A special Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) flight … Read more

More flights from PIA to bring back stuck Pakistanis from UAE

PIA Flights

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has announced to operate four more flights today to bring back stranded Pakistani passengers from the United Arab Emirates (UAE). All four PIA flights will bring back 1200 people stuck in Dubai. Two of the flights will go to Karachi while the other two will land in Lahore. Official Flight Schedule … Read more

Coronavirus in Pakistan: Flight Operation suspended till April 30

PIA's special flight brings back 250 Pakistanis from Iraq

Flight operation in Pakistan has been suspended till April 30, the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) issued a notification on Saturday.

According to CAA, cargo/special and relief planes can continue operations as per the permissions granted earlier.

“As per the decision of the Government of Pakistan, the suspension of international and domestic flight operations as effected earlier has been extended up to Thursday, April 30, 2020, 11.59pm PST,” CAA said.

The new notice came as the confirmed coronavirus cases in Pakistan surge past 7500 and 143 deaths.

Earlier the domestic and international flight operation was suspended in Pakistan in an effort to control the spread of coronavirus till April 21.

CAA had said in an earlier notification that cargo/special, diplomatic, flights and rescue operations to and from Pakistan would be exempted.

Many countries around the world have also banned international travel since the coronavirus pandemic started spreading around the world.

 

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PIA suspends all domestic flights operation from Karachi and Sukkur Airports

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Amid the spread of coronavirus outbreak PIA will suspends all domestic flights operation from Karachi and Sukkur Airports from 24th March 2020 till 4th April 2020 Important Announcement: PIA will suspend all domestic flight operations from Jinnah International Airport, Karachi and Sukkur Airport from March 24, 2020 till April 4, 2020. #PIA #COVID19 #TravelAdvisory pic.twitter.com/F9DMDiVAtV … Read more

Lahore fog affects flight schedule at Allama Iqbal International Airport

Lahore fog

The flight schedule of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) at Allama Iqbal International Airport remained affected due to heavy fog in adjoining areas of the airport, BOL News reported. According to a PIA spokesman, the flight schedule was affected due to intense fog and the domestic flights schedule was affected due to low visibility. The flight … Read more

Flight schedule affected due to fog at Karachi airport

Fog in Karachi

The flight schedule of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) at Jinnah International Airport remained affected due to heavy fog in parts of the country specially in the province of Punjab. According to a PIA spokesman, the flight schedule was affected due to heavy fog and the domestic flights schedule will only be resumed after improvement in … Read more