Karachi: The Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) has rejected reports claiming cryptocurrency worth USD 850,000 was stolen at Jinnah International Airport. Authorities called the reports “baseless and unfounded” and urged the public not to spread misinformation. The PAA said it immediately launched an inquiry in coordination with the Airport Security Force (ASF) and local police after […]
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PAA denies rumours of week-long Islamabad airport closure
The Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) has rejected rumours claiming Islamabad International Airport will close for eight days, calling such reports false and misleading for the travelling public. Officials clarified that flight operations will only pause for short intervals on selected days, allowing Pakistan Air Force (PAF) jets to rehearse for the upcoming Independence Day flypast. […]
Pakistan airports authority faces Rs4.10b loss over airspace closure
The Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) reported a financial loss of Rs4.10 billion following the closure of airspace with India from April 24 to June 20, 2025. According to details shared in the National Assembly, the decision affected 100 to 150 Indian flights daily, causing a 20 percent reduction in overall air traffic and revenue loss […]
Karachi airport main runway upgrade finished ahead of schedule
In a significant move towards modernizing airport infrastructure, the upgradation of the main runway at Karachi’s Jinnah International Airport has been completed ahead of the planned timeline. The successful completion reflects both improved efficiency and strong project management by the Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA), boosting confidence in national aviation projects. The PAA revealed that the […]
Quetta runway wins top Asia-Pacific award
The Quetta International Airport Runway Reconstruction project has won the prestigious FIDIC Asia Pacific Award for Engineering Excellence, announced the Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) on Tuesday. The award, presented at the FIDIC Asia Pacific Conference 2025 in Islamabad, celebrates outstanding infrastructure achievements in consulting engineering across the region. This major aviation project delivered Pakistan’s longest […]
No fly zone for India: Pakistan keeps airspace closed until july 23
The Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) has extended its airspace ban on Indian airlines until July 23, 2025. The decision follows recent tensions between India and Pakistan, sparked by a deadly attack in occupied Kashmir’s Pahalgam last month. India had blamed Pakistan without offering proof, while Islamabad firmly denied the allegations and demanded an impartial investigation. […]
Pakistan extends airspace ban on indian flights until june 24
Pakistan has extended its ban on Indian aircraft using its airspace, citing ongoing diplomatic tensions and security concerns. According to the Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA), the restriction will now remain in place until 4:59 AM on June 24, 2025. The extended ban applies to all Indian-registered, owned, operated, or leased aircraft, including military planes, as […]
Pakistan restores airspace after tensions ease with ceasefire agreement
The Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) confirmed on Saturday that Pakistan’s airspace has been fully reopened for all types of flights, following a brief period of restricted operations. In an official statement, the PAA declared, “Pakistan’s airspace has been completely reopened for all types of flights.” The move comes after days of heightened tensions between India […]
Pakistan-India tension: Pakistan closes airspace until 12 pm tomorrow
Pakistan has closed its airspace due to increasing tensions with India. The airspace will remain closed until 12 PM tomorrow. This decision comes after a rise in military tensions between the two countries. The Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) issued a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) about the closure. It affects all flights, both domestic and international. […]
Karachi airspace fully restored: flights resume at Jinnah international airport
KARACHI, Pakistan – After hours of disruption, the Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) has announced that flight operations at Jinnah International Airport have resumed. The restoration of Karachi’s airspace late on Thursday night came as a relief for passengers and airlines alike. According to the PAA, all commercial and international flights operating through Karachi are now […]