The EASA Ban and Its Impact on PIA

In 2020, the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) imposed a ban on Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) due to safety concerns. The ban was a result of several incidents, including a plane crash in 2010 that killed 152 people, and a 2019 incident where a PIA plane made an emergency landing in Azerbaijan due to a technical issue.

Resuming Services to New York

The airline has been grounded since 2015, and the decision to resume flights to the US city is a significant step forward for the carrier. Key factors contributing to the airline’s decision to resume services to New York include:

• The growing demand for air travel in the US
• The airline’s efforts to expand its route network
• The need to re-establish its presence in the US market

The airline has been working closely with US authorities to address the regulatory hurdles that have prevented it from operating in the US since 2015. The airline has made significant progress in addressing the regulatory issues, including:

• Obtaining the necessary licenses and permits
• Meeting the required safety standards
• Complying with US aviation regulations

Challenges Ahead

Resuming services to New York will not be without its challenges. The airline will need to navigate complex regulatory requirements

Conclusion

The airline’s decision to resume services to New York is a significant step forward for the carrier.