Canadian delegation to visit Pakistan to inspect PIA aircraft and airport management

WEB DESK: Transport Canada’s delegation is set to visit Pakistan in December for a comprehensive security audit of direct flights and airports.

The audit, slated for major airports in Islamabad, Lahore, and Karachi, will focus on enhancing flight and airport security measures.

The two-member delegation from Transport Canada is scheduled to arrive in Karachi during the first week of December.

According to ARY News, their primary task involves auditing Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) direct flights to Canada and scrutinising airport security arrangements. The audit initiative commences on December 4 at Karachi’s Jinnah International Airport.

During their visit, the Canadian delegates will be briefed by senior officials from the Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA) regarding security protocols and the organizational structure.

Furthermore, the foreign delegation will conduct thorough inspections of various aspects, including PIA aircraft, airport security procedures, cargo handling, flight kitchen operations, ground handling, and other essential departments.

A significant part of their assessment involves scrutinising security measures at major airports, encompassing baggage screening procedures, cargo handling, and the functionality of security equipment.

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Specifically, the delegation will visit the Civil Aviation Authority’s joint search baggage counters.

It’s noteworthy that PIA recently clarified that its flight operations to Canada remain uninterrupted and are proceeding as scheduled.

This statement was issued in response to reports suggesting grounding due to non-payment of dues.

The upcoming visit by Transport Canada aims to ensure and enhance the security protocols of direct flights between Pakistan and Canada, reinforcing safety measures for passengers and cargo alike.