Once a source of national pride and one of Asia’s leading airlines, Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has fallen into turmoil, becoming synonymous with mismanagement and controversy.
In this video, we delve into the history of PIA – from its promising beginnings as Orient Airlines in 1946 to its transformation into PIA in 1955 and the glory days when it ruled the skies. We will explore the critical issues that led to the downfall of PIA: political interference, aging fleets, licensing scandals, and the challenges posed by open skies policy.
How did the national carrier that helped launch Emirates end up in such a state? What steps is the government taking to restore PIA to its former glory?