PIA Resumes UK Flights, Eyes Expanded Network
— October 25, 2025
ISLAMABAD (AIA) Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has resumed flights to the UK, with the inaugural Manchester-bound flight taking off today. Defence Minister Khwaja Muhammad Asif announced plans to extend operations to Birmingham and London, citing government efforts to overhaul safety procedures, pilot training, and maintenance to meet international standards. The move aims to provide affordable travel options for 1.4 million overseas Pakistanis in the UK and Europe, with the government committed to restoring PIA’s global network and profitability.