PIA Secures Approval to Operate Boeing 787 in Pakistan

Pakistan International Airlines has been cleared to fly its Boeing 787s in Pakistan after a CAA inspection, with the first flight set for Oct. 31.

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Oct 25, 2026 · 7:30 PM 1 min read

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PIA received clearance to operate Boeing 787s in Pakistan after a CAA inspection at Oslo Airport.

CAA Director General Nader Shafi Dar led the inspection team.

A second 787 will be inspected on Monday at Oslo and a third on November 20 at London Airport.

PIA signed a deal with Norse Atlantic for two 787-9 Dreamliners to expand Pakistan-UK routes.

The first 787 flight, PK-786, will depart London on October 31 and land in Islamabad on November 1.

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has obtained permission to run the Boeing 787 in Pakistan for the first time, following an inspection by aviation officials.

A delegation headed by Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) Director General Nader Shafi Dar examined the plane at Oslo Airport and gave the go-ahead for its use.

Two More Aircraft to Be Inspected

The second Boeing 787 will undergo inspection at Oslo Airport on Monday, while the third is slated for a check at London Airport on November 20.

Earlier this month, PIA signed a contract with Norwegian group Norse Atlantic for two Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners to boost its long-haul capacity between Pakistan and the United Kingdom.

First Flight on October 31

PIA plans to launch its inaugural Boeing 787 service on October 31. Flight PK-786 will leave London for Islamabad and is expected to arrive with passengers on November 1.

On the same day, the airline will roll out a new uniform for its staff, coinciding with the start of operations using the new aircraft.

Reports say the three Boeing 787s should reinforce PIA's international network and enable better passenger services, while upgrades to the Boeing 777 cabins aim to improve long-haul travel experience.

Source: ARY News

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