President Asif Ali Zardari has approved the Pakistan International Airlines Corporation (Conversion) (Repeal) Bill, 2026, completing what authorities described as the final legal step required for the privatisation of the national flag carrier, Pakistan International Airlines (PIA). According to an official statement from the Presidency, the assent fulfils all necessary legal formalities and requirements for […]
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Nawaz laments lack of development, pledges aviation, energy projects
Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) President Nawaz Sharif on Tuesday pledged to pursue major infrastructure, aviation and energy projects in Gilgit-Baltistan (G-B), saying he would take the region’s concerns directly to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, pushing for long-overdue development initiatives. Addressing a public gathering in G-B, the former prime minister said he would seek federal action […]
South Air plans to launch flight operations to DI Khan and Chitral
Private airline South Air has announced plans to launch flight operations connecting Dera Ismail Khan and Chitral with other parts of Pakistan, aiming to improve air connectivity in underserved regions. Read More: 1st South Air flight lands at New Gwadar International Airport The announcement was made during a meeting between South Air Chairman Kanwar Muhammad Tariq and […]
First trial flight lands at New Gwadar International Airport
A major milestone in Balochistan’s infrastructure and economic development was achieved as the first trial flight successfully landed at the New Gwadar International Airport, marking a significant step toward enhancing regional connectivity and trade opportunities. Read More: 1st South Air flight lands at New Gwadar International Airport According to airport authorities, the inaugural test flight operated […]
PIA completes pre-Hajj 2026 flight operation successfully
Pakistan International Airlines has successfully completed its pre-Hajj 2026 flight operation, transporting tens of thousands of pilgrims to Saudi Arabia ahead of the annual pilgrimage, according to an official spokesperson. Read More: Pre–Hajj flight schedule released from Lahore Airport The airline said the operation concluded on May 21, with more than 53,000 Hajj pilgrims flown to […]
Karachi airport opens daycare for working mothers
A daycare centre has been inaugurated at Jinnah International Airport Karachi to facilitate working mothers employed at the airport, according to the Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA). The facility has been launched as part of efforts to improve workplace support systems for female staff and was formally inaugurated by the Director General of the PAA. Officials […]
Pakistan has restored and fully operationalised the Dera Ismail Khan Airport
Pakistan has restored and fully operationalised the Dera Ismail Khan Airport, marking another step in efforts to revive previously inactive aviation facilities across the country. According to an official statement issued on Wednesday, the airport has been completely rehabilitated after remaining affected by years of neglect and underutilisation. Authorities said the restoration is part of […]
Karachi air routes restrictions announced for two days
The Pakistan Airports Authority has announced temporary restrictions on several key air routes within Karachi, issuing a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) to inform airlines and pilots of the changes. Read More: Pakistan imposes temporary air route closures According to the advisory, multiple routes within the Karachi Flight Information Region will remain closed on April 28 and 29 […]
Parachinar airport becomes operational after long closure
The long-inactive Parachinar Airport in District Kurram has been made operational again after an extended period of closure, according to official sources. Read More: Motorway1 open for travelers; fog engulfs M3, M5 Authorities said the revival of the airport was made possible through coordinated efforts of the Pakistan Army, the Frontier Works Organisation (FWO), and the Pakistan […]
Kuwait reopens airspace after Iran war disruption
Kuwait has announced the reopening of its airspace and the gradual resumption of operations at Kuwait International Airport following disruptions caused by the Iran war, according to official sources. Read More: Travel chaos grips Middle East after US, Israel strikes on Iran The Kuwait Civil Aviation Authority confirmed that airspace operations, which had been suspended due […]