KARACHI
Pakistan International Airlines’ (PIA) first Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner arrived in Islamabad from London on Sunday, marking a new development in the national carrier’s efforts to modernise its fleet and expand international operations. The aircraft arrived on flight PK-786 from London Heathrow Airport. It was leased from Norwegian airline Norse Atlantic Airways under an Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance and Insurance (ACMI) agreement, commonly known as a wet lease.
Under the arrangement, Norse Atlantic will provide the aircraft and its crew, while also remaining responsible for maintenance and insurance.
The aircraft was welcomed at Islamabad International Airport by PIA Chief Executive Officer Air Vice Marshal Amir Hayat and his team.
Reacting to its arrival, Aircraft Owners and Operators Association (AOOA) Pakistan said the induction of the Dreamliner was an important milestone for PIA and a significant step towards the airline’s revival.
