PIA to resume its flight operations to Europe

Great News for Travellers!

Pakistan International Airline is all set to return to European skies, after EASA lifts suspension.

It is an excellent opportunity to experience PIA’s exceptional service and authentic Pakistani hospitality onboard. Travekkers prefer to book flights with a national carrier for competitive fares and convenient schedules. So, you can explore Pakistan now by booking non-stop flights with PIA from the nearest airport in the UK.

The EASA European Safety Aviation Agency has lifted the four-year ban on Pakistan International Airlines. Previously, EASA banned the airline from operating in the EU in June 2020 over the concerns of certain errors and non-compliance with standards.  However, EASA has re-established enough confidence in Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority to authorise PIA for carrying out flight operations to, from and within EU.

PIA expressed gratitude to be back in the air of European countries, and they pledged to abide by the EASA rules and regulations, ensuring compliance with the safety standards. The Defence and Aviation Minister posted on a social media platform:

It is a momentous day to announce that European Commission and European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has lifted the suspension on PIA flights to Europe. Not only this, TCO* authorisation has also been issued to second Pakistani airline – Airblue Limited.
It is made possible due to complete focus of Aviation Ministry to strengthen PCAA [Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority] and ensuring safety oversight in line with ICAO standards. Our Govt has taken significant measures to strengthen PCAA including enactment of PCAA Act, smooth segregation of regulator and service providers, appointment of professional leadership and training to build the capacity.
I am grateful to European Commission and EASA for conducting a transparent process and our commitment to ensure Aviation safety in Pakistan.

Defence and Aviation Minister,  
Khawaja Muhammad Asif 

*TCO stands for Third Country Operator, an authorisation issued by the EU Commission and EASA.

Alongside, Pakistan has done tremendous work to address aviation safety issues and implement reforms and regulations in its structure.

Please contact our travel agents or visit www.travelhouseuk.co.uk as we continue to update the schedule as soon as its announced.