Pakistan International Airlines controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2021
Malaysian authorities seize PIA aircraft over unpaid lease dues
Ruling
In January 2021, Malaysian authorities seized a Pakistan International Airlines Boeing 777 at Kuala Lumpur airport under a court order over unpaid lease dues. According to the reported event, the aircraft was taken into custody with passengers on board. The incident concerned a dispute over outstanding lease payments owed in connection with the aircraft. The report did not specify the amount of the unpaid dues, the outcome of the seizure, or further details about the passengers involved.
Company response
Ongoing disclosure — Pakistan International Airlines
The national flag carrier’s spokesman said that the matter is under hearing at British court.
Source excerpt
Malaysian authorities seized PIA plane at Kuala Lumpur airport over unpaid dues on Friday.
The national flag carrier’s spokesman said that the matter is under hearing at British court.
According to details, the plane was taken into custody on court’s order at Kuala Lumpur airport with passengers on board.
2020
Pilot-licence validity crisis
Pakistan's aviation authorities disclosed that a substantial number of pilot licences issued in the country were allegedly not genuine. The revelation triggered international safety concerns, damaged PIA's reputation and contributed to the suspension of its European operating authorization.