Pakistan Worldwide Airways (PIA) introduced plans to broaden its fleet and improve operations following the induction of a newly refurbished Airbus 320, aiming to spice up competitiveness in home and worldwide markets.
The nationwide provider, which holds a 23% share of Pakistan’s home aviation market, has confronted challenges with its 34-plane fleet in competing globally. Regardless of agreements with 87 nations and entry to prime touchdown slots, PIA has struggled to supply direct flights.
“The eleventh Airbus 320 AP-BOM has been inducted into the operational fleet with new engines, paint, and cabin upgrades,” PIA mentioned in a press release. It additionally plans to revive long-grounded Boeing 777 and ATR plane within the coming days.
The airline highlighted enhancements in its flight community and product high quality as a part of its revival technique. This week, PIA launched in-flight Web on home routes, which it mentioned is gaining reputation amongst passengers.
PIA CEO Khurram Mushtaq mentioned, “PIA’s flight schedule has achieved 90% regularity. Measures for operational fleet enlargement and product enchancment are a part of our dedication to passengers.”
The airline confirmed it’ll resume flights to Europe in January, beginning with Paris, after the European Union Aviation Security Company (EASA) lifted a ban imposed in 2020. The suspension adopted issues about Pakistan’s compliance with worldwide aviation requirements.
The ban value PIA 40 billion rupees ($144 million) yearly. Efforts to privatise the struggling provider earlier this yr faltered, with a single bid falling effectively in need of expectations.
PIA’s ongoing efforts to modernise its fleet and improve service high quality purpose to revive its repute and monetary stability.