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As per the eligibility criteria, the maximum age limit for captain positions is 50 years, while first officer applicants must be under 40. The airline is looking for experienced professionals to strengthen its cockpit crew as part of efforts to improve operational efficiency. In addition to pilots, PIA is also recruiting 40 air hostesses. The age limit for new candidates is set at 25 years, while experienced air hostesses can apply up to the age of 30. A minimum educational qualification of graduation is mandatory for all applicants. The recruitment campaign has been publicized through various platforms as part of PIA\u2019s efforts to attract qualified and passionate individuals to join its workforce. DNA<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>ISLAMABAD: Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has launched a recruitment campaign to tackle the growing shortage of pilots and air hostesses in the national carrier. 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