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Pakistan has one state owned and two private airlines, while according to CAA, four new private operators had applied for the (RPT) air licence, including
Askari Air Pakistan,
Alvir Airways,
United Airways Pakistan Limited (Air Pakistan),
Liberty Air,
Afeef Zara Airways
and
Air Sial
Askari Air Pakistan,
Alvir Airways,
United Airways Pakistan Limited (Air Pakistan),
Liberty Air,
Afeef Zara Airways
and
Air Sial
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German Ambassador Expects Lufthansa to Make Pakistan Return After Air France
German ambassador to Pakistan, Martin Kobler, was over the moon to learn that the French airline is resuming its operations in the country after eleven years.
Kobler made these remarks via his official Twitter handle and hoped that Germany’s largest airline, Deutsche Lufthansa, will be the next to make the move.
German ambassador to Pakistan, Martin Kobler, was over the moon to learn that the French airline is resuming its operations in the country after eleven years.
Kobler made these remarks via his official Twitter handle and hoped that Germany’s largest airline, Deutsche Lufthansa, will be the next to make the move.
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Mai Bakhtawar Airport Tharparkar.
Mai Bakhtawar after which the Airport is named born in 1880 in District Badin
She fought against landlords who were ruining the lives of poor peasants & was Activist for Farmer Rights
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Air France, Lufthansa and Norwegian Airlines are Coming to Pakistan
AirFrance, Lufthansa, Norwegian Airline and a Saudi Airline have shown interest in operating in Pakistan, said the Federal Minister of Aviation Mr. Muhammad Mian Soomro
AirFrance, Lufthansa, Norwegian Airline and a Saudi Airline have shown interest in operating in Pakistan, said the Federal Minister of Aviation Mr. Muhammad Mian Soomro
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New National Aviation Policy 2019.
The policy is projected to help spur growth of the domestic aviation industry, attract private investment for the management and development of new airports, and help revive the struggling national carrier. It hopes to accomplish its aim through a reversal of the Open Sky policy, significant decrease in assortment of taxes and capital requirements of, and airport charges for, local companies.
“The most significant aspect of the new aviation policy is that we will renegotiate our existing Air Service Agreement (ASA) with all foreign airlines flying into Pakistan, particularly the ones from the Gulf,” Mohsin Syed, an aviation expert and one of the authors of the new policy recently approved by the federal cabinet, told this correspondent.
“Internationally, we will pursue a liberal policy. It will be based on the principles of commercial reciprocity, seat factor and code-sharing to protect our national companies against any capacity dumping by foreign airlines. These airlines are receiving huge subsidies from their respective governments and are able to offer discounted air fare,” he said.
‘Poorly negotiated ASAs under the liberal Open Sky policy are one of the major reasons for the deterioration of PIA and other local airlines. We are going to replace this Open Sky policy with a Fair Sky policy’
The current ASAs with foreign airlines, under the Open Sky policy introduced by Pakistan in the early 1990s, are based on the number of weekly flights. This policy is often blamed by aviation experts and PIA as providing foreign airlines with an open field to snatch away a major portion of international passenger traffic from the national carrier.
Under bilateral air service agreements, countries like India and Japan have also capped the maximum number of passengers that a foreign airline can fly in spite of allowing them a weekly flight capacity.
According to the new policy, aircraft movements on an average grew by 7.1 per cent in Pakistan and passenger traffic by 6.3pc in the last five years. The bulk of the growth in passenger traffic is said to have come from increasing international travel by Pakistanis for business or pleasure with foreign airlines, particularly the three Gulf companies — Emirates, and Qatar and Etihad — capturing the major portion.
Tax cuts: The new policy commits to drastically reducing excessive taxation of air transport.
“The effective tax on various civil aviation activities will be reduced from existing around 35pc to 15pc. Excessive taxation has restricted the growth of civil aviation activities and needs to be brought down,” said Mohsin Syed.
“The decreased tax will boost the aviation business and reduce ticket price without causing financial losses to the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) and the government,” he insisted.
The key objectives of the policy are to improve governance and oversight for the compliance of the International Civil Aviation Organisation’s standards of safety, security, environmental protection and efficiency.
Another major objective is to build the foundations for a commercially viable aviation industry and attract investment in aviation infrastructure. It aims to do this by incentivising investors, as well as providing a level playing field to all national operators.
It will also create conditions for affordable general aviation activities like sports flying and inter-city air travel by private aircraft or air taxi service.
The new policy proposes a 10-year tax holiday for existing and new aircraft manufacturing industry setups, maintenance and repair firms and airport operational equipment manufacturers. Additionally, aeronautical and non-aeronautical charges will also be revised down.
Custom and import taxes on wet, damp and dry leases of aircrafts will be removed. Flying clubs and schools will also be encouraged through tax exemptions and reduction in license fee and capital requirements.
Cargo village facilities will be developed with tax and other incentives suggested for tapping the investment potential of aircraft manufacturing in the country.
“The formulation of the new policy is the first step. Next is its execution, which will require its ownership by other government departments and agencies including the Federal Board of Revenue and the CAA. We are hopeful that the implementation of the policy guidelines will start soon,” he concluded.
The policy is projected to help spur growth of the domestic aviation industry, attract private investment for the management and development of new airports, and help revive the struggling national carrier. It hopes to accomplish its aim through a reversal of the Open Sky policy, significant decrease in assortment of taxes and capital requirements of, and airport charges for, local companies.
“The most significant aspect of the new aviation policy is that we will renegotiate our existing Air Service Agreement (ASA) with all foreign airlines flying into Pakistan, particularly the ones from the Gulf,” Mohsin Syed, an aviation expert and one of the authors of the new policy recently approved by the federal cabinet, told this correspondent.
“Internationally, we will pursue a liberal policy. It will be based on the principles of commercial reciprocity, seat factor and code-sharing to protect our national companies against any capacity dumping by foreign airlines. These airlines are receiving huge subsidies from their respective governments and are able to offer discounted air fare,” he said.
‘Poorly negotiated ASAs under the liberal Open Sky policy are one of the major reasons for the deterioration of PIA and other local airlines. We are going to replace this Open Sky policy with a Fair Sky policy’
The current ASAs with foreign airlines, under the Open Sky policy introduced by Pakistan in the early 1990s, are based on the number of weekly flights. This policy is often blamed by aviation experts and PIA as providing foreign airlines with an open field to snatch away a major portion of international passenger traffic from the national carrier.
Under bilateral air service agreements, countries like India and Japan have also capped the maximum number of passengers that a foreign airline can fly in spite of allowing them a weekly flight capacity.
According to the new policy, aircraft movements on an average grew by 7.1 per cent in Pakistan and passenger traffic by 6.3pc in the last five years. The bulk of the growth in passenger traffic is said to have come from increasing international travel by Pakistanis for business or pleasure with foreign airlines, particularly the three Gulf companies — Emirates, and Qatar and Etihad — capturing the major portion.
Tax cuts: The new policy commits to drastically reducing excessive taxation of air transport.
“The effective tax on various civil aviation activities will be reduced from existing around 35pc to 15pc. Excessive taxation has restricted the growth of civil aviation activities and needs to be brought down,” said Mohsin Syed.
“The decreased tax will boost the aviation business and reduce ticket price without causing financial losses to the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) and the government,” he insisted.
The key objectives of the policy are to improve governance and oversight for the compliance of the International Civil Aviation Organisation’s standards of safety, security, environmental protection and efficiency.
Another major objective is to build the foundations for a commercially viable aviation industry and attract investment in aviation infrastructure. It aims to do this by incentivising investors, as well as providing a level playing field to all national operators.
It will also create conditions for affordable general aviation activities like sports flying and inter-city air travel by private aircraft or air taxi service.
The new policy proposes a 10-year tax holiday for existing and new aircraft manufacturing industry setups, maintenance and repair firms and airport operational equipment manufacturers. Additionally, aeronautical and non-aeronautical charges will also be revised down.
Custom and import taxes on wet, damp and dry leases of aircrafts will be removed. Flying clubs and schools will also be encouraged through tax exemptions and reduction in license fee and capital requirements.
Cargo village facilities will be developed with tax and other incentives suggested for tapping the investment potential of aircraft manufacturing in the country.
“The formulation of the new policy is the first step. Next is its execution, which will require its ownership by other government departments and agencies including the Federal Board of Revenue and the CAA. We are hopeful that the implementation of the policy guidelines will start soon,” he concluded.
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ISLAMABAD: The Qatari investors have shown a great interest in taking on lease the Islamabad International Airport, sources revealed on Tuesday.
As per details, members of the Qatar Investment Authority, currently on a visit to Pakistan, have expressed their desire to take the managerial control of the new airport so as to handle its affairs effectively.
Meanwhile, talking to Pakistan Today, BOI Chairman Haroon Sharif confirmed that the Qatari delegation has shown an interest in four sectors of Pakistan, including hotels, energy, food processing, and aviation management.
“We have shared the details of government-owned hotels and have also informed the potential tourist points,” he stated. “As the Qataris are famous in the world for managing the airports, they asked us that if the government of Pakistan wants to outsource the airports.
“If the government offers this facility in the aviation policy, then we can invite the Qatari investors,” he concluded.
As per details, members of the Qatar Investment Authority, currently on a visit to Pakistan, have expressed their desire to take the managerial control of the new airport so as to handle its affairs effectively.
Meanwhile, talking to Pakistan Today, BOI Chairman Haroon Sharif confirmed that the Qatari delegation has shown an interest in four sectors of Pakistan, including hotels, energy, food processing, and aviation management.
“We have shared the details of government-owned hotels and have also informed the potential tourist points,” he stated. “As the Qataris are famous in the world for managing the airports, they asked us that if the government of Pakistan wants to outsource the airports.
“If the government offers this facility in the aviation policy, then we can invite the Qatari investors,” he concluded.
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CAA to separate regulatory, airport services functions
The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) would separate its regulatory and airport services functions under the new aviation policy in a bid to enhance efficiency, said Aviation Secretary and CAA DG Shahrukh Nusrat.
He was addressing representatives of several airlines and media at a press conference on ‘Implementation of the National Aviation Policy (NAP) 2019’ at the CAA headquarters on Saturday.
He stressed that the new aviation policy was aimed at reducing the cost of doing business and for that reason, the CAA would focus on rationalisation of the paid-up capital requirement, security deposit and CAA charges.
The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) would separate its regulatory and airport services functions under the new aviation policy in a bid to enhance efficiency, said Aviation Secretary and CAA DG Shahrukh Nusrat.
He was addressing representatives of several airlines and media at a press conference on ‘Implementation of the National Aviation Policy (NAP) 2019’ at the CAA headquarters on Saturday.
He stressed that the new aviation policy was aimed at reducing the cost of doing business and for that reason, the CAA would focus on rationalisation of the paid-up capital requirement, security deposit and CAA charges.
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British Airways is beginning flights between London and Islamabad next week. The final touches are coming together for the airline’s return ahead of the first flight on Sunday, June 2.
The three-per-week service is operated on a three-class Boeing 787 Dreamliner with World Traveller (long-haul economy), World Traveller Plus (long-haul premium economy) and Club World (long-haul business class) available. The 787 is British Airways’ newest long-haul aircraft that is 20 percent more fuel efficient than other aircraft and features larger windows, mood lighting and the latest inflight entertainment system. The lower cabin pressure means customers step off the flight feeling fresh.
....@BA
Customers travelling can expect bespoke services to enhance the onboard experience including a halal meal option in every cabin, while the airline will also ensure sauces in every meal do not include alcohol or pork. As with any British Airways flight, customers can also pre-order a range of special meal options including vegetarian and vegan options.
The airline has a number of Pakistani and British Pakistani colleagues who speak Urdu, and there has already been considerable interest from these colleagues to work on the flights.
Andrew Brem, Chief Commercial Officer at British Airways, said: “The excitement is building as we put the final touches to this exciting route launch. The anticipation from customers and colleagues has been palpable and we hope customers in both the UK and Pakistan will enjoy the classically British service we offer, with thoughtful bespoke touches.”
Aftab Khan who speaks both English and Urdu, and is one of the crew operating the inaugural flight, said: “I can’t wait for what will be such a wonderful occasion. To be chosen to operate this flight, with my close family links to Pakistan, is a real honour. I know that my colleagues operating the flight are just as excited.”
British Airways’ long-haul flights include extremely generous hand baggage allowances – one large cabin bag with a small laptop or handbag – complimentary food and drink, online check-in and free seat selection 24 hours prior to departure. Customers landing into London can connect on to British Airways’ network which includes over 30 destinations across North America, with over 70 flights per day to the US through the airline’s joint business with American Airlines. Customers can also connect to over 30 countries in Europe.
The three-per-week service is operated on a three-class Boeing 787 Dreamliner with World Traveller (long-haul economy), World Traveller Plus (long-haul premium economy) and Club World (long-haul business class) available. The 787 is British Airways’ newest long-haul aircraft that is 20 percent more fuel efficient than other aircraft and features larger windows, mood lighting and the latest inflight entertainment system. The lower cabin pressure means customers step off the flight feeling fresh.
Customers travelling can expect bespoke services to enhance the onboard experience including a halal meal option in every cabin, while the airline will also ensure sauces in every meal do not include alcohol or pork. As with any British Airways flight, customers can also pre-order a range of special meal options including vegetarian and vegan options.
The airline has a number of Pakistani and British Pakistani colleagues who speak Urdu, and there has already been considerable interest from these colleagues to work on the flights.
Andrew Brem, Chief Commercial Officer at British Airways, said: “The excitement is building as we put the final touches to this exciting route launch. The anticipation from customers and colleagues has been palpable and we hope customers in both the UK and Pakistan will enjoy the classically British service we offer, with thoughtful bespoke touches.”
Aftab Khan who speaks both English and Urdu, and is one of the crew operating the inaugural flight, said: “I can’t wait for what will be such a wonderful occasion. To be chosen to operate this flight, with my close family links to Pakistan, is a real honour. I know that my colleagues operating the flight are just as excited.”
British Airways’ long-haul flights include extremely generous hand baggage allowances – one large cabin bag with a small laptop or handbag – complimentary food and drink, online check-in and free seat selection 24 hours prior to departure. Customers landing into London can connect on to British Airways’ network which includes over 30 destinations across North America, with over 70 flights per day to the US through the airline’s joint business with American Airlines. Customers can also connect to over 30 countries in Europe.
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Budget 2019-20: Govt allocates Rs 1 266 m for 16 projects for Aviation Division
According to the PSDP document, an amount of Rs 1028.532 million has been earmarked for seven ongoing projects of the Division, out of which Rs 100 million would be spent for construction of Airport Security Force Camp (ASF) at Islamabad International Airport, Rs 100 million for construction of Rain Harvesting Kasana Dam, Rs 23.532 million for establishment of Specialized Medium Range Weather Forecasting system in the country, Rs 160 million for installation of Weather Surveillance Radar at Karachi, Rs 50 million for installation of Weather Surveillance Radar at Multan, Rs 555 million for new Gwadar International Airport (NGIA) project
According to the PSDP document, an amount of Rs 1028.532 million has been earmarked for seven ongoing projects of the Division, out of which Rs 100 million would be spent for construction of Airport Security Force Camp (ASF) at Islamabad International Airport, Rs 100 million for construction of Rain Harvesting Kasana Dam, Rs 23.532 million for establishment of Specialized Medium Range Weather Forecasting system in the country, Rs 160 million for installation of Weather Surveillance Radar at Karachi, Rs 50 million for installation of Weather Surveillance Radar at Multan, Rs 555 million for new Gwadar International Airport (NGIA) project
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Seven airports to be upgraded to international level
ISLAMABAD: The Federal Secretary Aviation and Director General Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority, Shahrukh Nusrat has said it has been decided to upgrade seven big airports of the country to the international level.
While addressing airports managers’ conference at Islamabad Airport the other day, he issued the direction that problems of the passengers should be solved forthwith on all the airports.
He also directed the airport managers to make arrangements amicably for the Haj flights which will commence from July 5, 2019 and maximum facilities should be provided to the Haj pilgrims to avoid any hardships in performing Haj.
Shahrukh Nusrat also issued directions to the airport officials to arrest unauthorised persons and take emergency steps to remove them from the airports of the Civil Aviation Authority.
He said the aviation sector would be designed in accordance with the new policy in accordance with the vision of Prime Minister Imran Khan. Federal Secretary Aviation Shahrukh Nusrat was addressing managers of airports of Karachi, Lahore, Peshawar, Quetta, Multan and Faisalabad.
ISLAMABAD: The Federal Secretary Aviation and Director General Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority, Shahrukh Nusrat has said it has been decided to upgrade seven big airports of the country to the international level.
While addressing airports managers’ conference at Islamabad Airport the other day, he issued the direction that problems of the passengers should be solved forthwith on all the airports.
He also directed the airport managers to make arrangements amicably for the Haj flights which will commence from July 5, 2019 and maximum facilities should be provided to the Haj pilgrims to avoid any hardships in performing Haj.
Shahrukh Nusrat also issued directions to the airport officials to arrest unauthorised persons and take emergency steps to remove them from the airports of the Civil Aviation Authority.
He said the aviation sector would be designed in accordance with the new policy in accordance with the vision of Prime Minister Imran Khan. Federal Secretary Aviation Shahrukh Nusrat was addressing managers of airports of Karachi, Lahore, Peshawar, Quetta, Multan and Faisalabad.
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