UK aviation team reviews PIA, CAA safety systems for flights

A delegation from the UK Civil Aviation Authority has reviewed safety arrangements for direct flights between Pakistan and Britain, according to The Express Tribune, which cited sources. The team visited the headquarters of Pakistan International Airlines and several departments of the Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority. Airline officials briefed the visitors, while British officials questioned PIA about the safety of its flights and aircraft on the route.

The visitors were reportedly pleased with PIA's Safety Management System and the steps the airline has taken to match global norms. After reviewing the SMS, the visiting team moved on to the regulator's licensing, airworthiness and flight standards departments, with Pakistani aviation officials in attendance.

The British team had arrived in Karachi a few days before starting its detailed review of Pakistan-UK flight operations. Britain had lifted a five-year prohibition on Pakistani carriers on July 16, 2025, enabling airlines to seek permission to restart services to Britain. PIA then resumed London flights on March 29 after a gap of six years.