Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has temporarily suspended its flight operations to Canada due to scheduled maintenance on its long-range aircraft.
According to the national flag carrier’s spokesperson, the decision was made to carry out mandatory technical inspections and parts replacement for its Boeing 777 long-range aircraft, which are capable of flying up to 17 hours non-stop across the Atlantic.
The spokesperson stated that both aircraft will undergo a three-week maintenance program, a process that is required once every 10 years.
The airline said this step is aimed at ensuring the fleet’s readiness ahead of the expected increase in passenger traffic next month.
“This maintenance will ensure the aircraft are fully prepared for the expected passenger rush next month,” the spokesperson said.
PIA has apologized to passengers for the inconvenience, emphasizing that passenger safety and aircraft fitness remain its top priorities.
