PIA launches AIRBUS A-320 Simulator

PIA launches AIRBUS A-320 Simulator

KARACHI: Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has launched the modern Airbus A-320 simulator for the training of pilots, refresher courses and air safety, ARY News reported on Friday. The PIA CEO Arshad Malik launched the modern Airbus A-320 simulator which is the...
Safety Management System Q&A webinar

Safety Management System Q&A webinar

Organised by: EASADate:22 Apr 202212:30 – 13:30 CET (UTC +2) DescriptionEASA will host a Q&A on SMS to support both understanding and awareness of effective safety management and also to help drive future safety promotion activities.Submit your questions in...

Flying Into and Over Conflict Zones

As the war in Ukraine continues, the Federation is receiving worrying reports of military and non-military projectiles crossing FIRs adjacent to Ukrainian airspace.  The latest event involved a UAS-type projectile crashing in the outskirts of Zagreb on 12 March, after...

Info: 16-03-2022

Dear Members, PALPA Executive Committee is humbled and gratified by the trust and confidence reposed upon by the Pilot community. We are thankful and owe all our success to the die-hard support offered by each and every member of PALPA. It is a historic moment where...
PIA losses surge to Rs50 billion

PIA losses surge to Rs50 billion

ISLAMABAD: The national flag carrier— Pakistan International Airlines (PIA)— faces losses of Rs 50 billion during the calendar year in 2021 against 34.6 billion in 2020, witnessing a surge in losses by 47 per cent. The losses of PIA ballooned to Rs 50...

GNSS Interference on Aircraft

Abstract GNSS signal interference (whether intentional or unintentional) can occur at any time, with or without prior notice. Flight Crews should be aware of the potential risk and plan for alternative procedures as necessary....

PIA flight steward goes missing in Toronto

RAWALPINDI: A Pakistan Intern­ational Airlines (PIA) flight steward went missing from his hotel after arriving in Toronto, Canada. According to sources, Waqar Ahmad Jadoon performed his duties at PIA flight PK-781 which carried passengers from Islamabad to Toronto. He...

COVID-19 Guidance for Crews

Abstract At all times, crews should follow the advice of their health authorities and operators.   This updated Safety Bulletin provides general advice about COVID-19 as understood at the date of publication. It provides recommendations for crews for before the...

Happy New Year

Dear Members, Assalam Alaykum, As this eventful year comes to an end, let’s not forget those who’s strength, spirit, and sustenance was tested this year. A lot of us lost family and friends due to the pandemic and the majority spent the year in a lot of stress and...

Commercial Space Operations

Abstract IFALPA believes that whether an industry is emerging or well established, it should comply with the development of safety risk mitigations that would limit the impact to users. Freedom of navigation and equality of use must be maintained....

Positive Safety Culture

Abstract A genuine positive safety culture, including the associated non-punitive safety reporting and data collection systems, along with unbiased safety investigations, is an essential component of a Safety Management System. It values the philosophy that errors,...
WHY TWO PILOTS ARE BETTER

WHY TWO PILOTS ARE BETTER

America Needs to Keep Two Pilots on the Flight Deck Having at least two highly trained and experienced pilots on every flight keeps air travel America’s safest mode of transportation The most vital safety feature on a commercial airline passenger and cargo aircraft is...

PALPA NEWS BULLETIN

DEAR COLLEAGUES,The Annual General Body Meeting of Pakistan Air Line Pilots’ Association was held on Saturday the 27th February 2021 at 1700 Hrs. in the registered office of the Association. Read More (Members Only)

PIA starts new flights to FUJAIRAH

KARACHI: Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) on Monday started a new flight operation from three cities of Pakistan to the United Arab Emirates’ (UAE) Fujairah. The first flight, PK 243, with 296 passengers on board departed from Lahore airport for Fujairah. The...
Dangerous Laser Strikes Continue Rise in ’21

Dangerous Laser Strikes Continue Rise in ’21

Shining a laser at an aircraft is a serious safety threat that continues to rise. As of Oct. 14, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has received 7,186 laser strike reports for 2021, exceeding the 2020 total of 6,852. This marks the highest number or reports...