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  • PIA’s Boeing 777 planes encounter more technical issues due to lack of maintenance 

    PIA’s Boeing 777 planes encounter more technical issues due to lack of maintenance 

    Due to a serious lack of maintenance and repair work, numerous Boeing 777 aircraft operated by Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), the country’s national flag carrier, have experienced technical problems during international flights, according to reliable sources. 

    These technical issues within PIA’s aircraft have been steadily increasing due to the neglect of essential maintenance and repair tasks by the airline’s engineering department, as disclosed by insiders interviewed by ARY News. This unfortunate trend not only puts the safety of PIA flights at risk but also causes significant inconveniences for passengers and financial difficulties for the airline. 

    Sources have revealed that several Boeing 777 aircraft faced technical problems during flights to Saudi Arabia, resulting in substantial expenses for their repair and upkeep. In a recent incident, during the boarding process for Jeddah-Lahore flight PK-760, the auxiliary power unit (APU) exhaust malfunctioned, requiring the pilot to activate an emergency brake and initiate a fire control procedure. 

    The consequences of this incident were significant, leading to a delay of over a day for the affected flight as the aircraft had to be grounded due to the fault. Interestingly, this was the second such incident reported in a single day. Prior to this incident, another PIA plane flying from Sialkot to Jeddah experienced smog warnings within the cockpit. 

    In response to these events, the PIA spokesperson issued a statement reassuring passengers aboard the grounded plane that arrangements were being made for their prompt departure from Lahore to Jeddah. 

  • PIA’s Boeing 777 aircraft freed by Malaysian authorities, returns to Islamabad

    PIA’s Boeing 777 aircraft freed by Malaysian authorities, returns to Islamabad

    Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) successfully resolved the issue with its Boeing 777 aircraft, which was held by Malaysian authorities in Kuala Lumpur. According to a spokesperson for PIA, the aircraft was released a few hours later and arrived in Islamabad late Monday night. The spokesperson stated that the matter was resolved through diplomatic channels.

    The incident occurred a day earlier when PIA flight PK-894 was halted upon reaching Kuala Lumpur, following court orders that issued a stay on the aircraft. The stay was related to issues concerning a lease requested by a foreign company. The PIA spokesperson clarified that the Boeing 777 aircraft is owned by PIA, and the engine leasing company had obtained the stay by submitting incorrect data to a Malaysian court.

    According to The News, the leasing company had falsely claimed $4.5 billion, whereas the actual amount owed by PIA to the leasing company was $1.8 billion, which had already been paid. The spokesperson emphasised that such cases of halting an aircraft and extorting money are unprecedented, particularly considering that both the leasing company and PIA are not local entities in Malaysia.

    Following the incident, PIA took legal action by approaching the court in Malaysia through its lawyers. The spokesperson confirmed that the matter is currently under consideration by the court.

    It is important to note that PIA had already arranged for the repatriation of the passengers from the affected flight through an alternative aircraft. The airline had previously announced that the aircraft would soon return home to resume its commercial flights.

    PIA’s prompt response and successful resolution of the issue reflect its commitment to ensuring the safety and smooth operations of its flights. The airline continues to prioritise the well-being of its passengers while upholding its professional reputation in the international aviation industry.

  • PIA’s Boeing 777 seized once again in Malaysia due to unpaid lease dues

    PIA’s Boeing 777 seized once again in Malaysia due to unpaid lease dues

    Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) faced another setback as one of its Boeing 777 aircraft was once again seized at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport over an ongoing lease dispute. The incident marks the second time this specific aircraft has been halted in Malaysia due to payment issues.

    The aircraft, bearing the registration number BMH, was acquired by PIA on lease from Malaysia. However, the lease dispute resurfaced, and the airline was unable to settle outstanding dues amounting to $4 million. Subsequently, a local court ordered the seizure of the PIA plane upon receiving the company’s request.

    According to ARY News, this is not the first instance in which the national carrier of Pakistan has encountered such a predicament in Malaysia. In 2021, the same Boeing 777 was seized by authorities at the Kuala Lumpur airport due to non-payment of dues. The situation was resolved after diplomatic assurances were given, leading to the release of the aircraft.

    Following the recent seizure, the PIA plane was eventually released and safely returned to Pakistan on January 27, accompanied by 173 passengers and crew members. However, the lease dispute appears to have persisted, resulting in the aircraft being seized once again in Malaysia.

    The ongoing lease dispute poses significant challenges for Pakistan International Airlines, as it impacts their operations and raises concerns about the financial stability of the airline. PIA authorities have yet to comment on the recent seizure and the steps they plan to take to resolve the dispute.

    The incident highlights the importance of maintaining robust lease agreements and ensuring timely payment of dues to avoid disruptions in international aviation operations. Both PIA and Malaysia will likely engage in further negotiations to find a resolution to the long-standing lease dispute and prevent any future incidents that could tarnish the airline’s reputation.

    As of now, travelers and stakeholders eagerly await updates from Pakistan International Airlines regarding the situation and hope for a swift resolution to the lease dispute, allowing the airline to resume its operations smoothly.