Good news for overseas Pakistanis from PIA
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Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) is taking swift actions to prepare for direct flights to the United Kingdom (UK) and Europe. Sources from within the national airline have disclosed their optimism about successfully passing the upcoming audits by both the British Department for Transport (DfT) and the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). Notably, EASA's audit team is scheduled to visit Pakistan in November, while the DfT's team is set to arrive in October.
Despite facing a severe financial crisis, PIA recently made key personnel appointments in the United Kingdom (UK). The national flag carrier had been under a ban on direct flights to the UK for a three-year period. This ban, coupled with the financial turmoil, did not deter PIA from hiring officers and staff members at competitive salaries.
For instance, the PIA country manager is slated to receive an annual salary of £70,000, while the passenger sales manager and finance manager will earn £55,000 each. Furthermore, a manager was appointed at the Manchester station with an annual salary of £55,000, accompanied by various additional benefits.
These strategic moves and the confidence expressed by PIA's management indicate the airline's determination to regain its position as a prominent carrier for routes to the UK and Europe, despite the challenges it has faced in recent times.
The forthcoming audits by DfT and EASA will play a crucial role in determining whether PIA can resume these direct flights and overcome the obstacles that have come its way. This reinvigorated effort showcases PIA's commitment to serving its passengers and maintaining its international presence.
