Articles tagged with "PIA"
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Pakistan, global airlines halt Middle East flights after US, Israel strike Iran
Pakistan International Airlines suspends Middle East flights as regional airspace closures follow US and Israeli strikes on Iran, with major global airlines cancelling routes amid escalating tensions and widespread disruption across Gulf and neighboring countries
February 28, 2026
From 18 to 60 aircraft: New owners unveil PIA expansion plan
Talking to Pakistan TV Digital, Arif Habib says the new owners plan to expand PIA’s fleet, revive grounded aircraft, improve services and restore the national airline’s global reach.
January 29, 2026
Privatization process of Pakistan International Airlines kicks off
Three bidders, Lucky Cement, Arif Habib Pvt Ltd, and AirBlue, are in the race to acquire a 75% stake in the airline.
December 23, 2025
Pakistan to broadcast live auction for PIA privatization
Pakistan will auction Pakistan International Airlines on Dec. 23 in a live televised bidding process, with three parties competing. The sale is part of a broader government plan to privatize 24 state-owned enterprises.
December 22, 2025
Pakistan national carrier resumes direct flights to Britain after five-year hiatus
PIA resumed direct flights to Manchester on Saturday after a five-year hiatus, following safety and regulatory improvements. The airline plans to add London and Birmingham routes next.
October 25, 2025
Pakistan’s national carrier set to resume UK flights after five-year hiatus
Pakistan International Airlines has received UK clearance to resume flights after a five-year suspension following a 2020 crash. Operations will restart in October, beginning with Manchester, alongside private carrier Airblue’s UK approval.
September 24, 2025