New Gwadar International Airport becomes fully operational

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New Gwadar International Airport has become operational as the first commercial flight successfully landed on Monday, ARY News reported.

As per details, PIA flight PK-503, departed from Karachi at 9:50 AM, with 46 passengers on board.

The PIA plane touched down on the runway of New Gwadar International Airport at 11:15 AM local time, officially marking the commencement of operations at this state-of-the-art facility.

The flight was given a water canon salute.

To make this moment even more memorable, the Minister of Defence and Aviation, Khawaja Muhammad Asif, Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti and others were present at the airport to extend a warm welcome to the first commercial flight.

According to the PIA spokesperson, this is a moment of pride not just for Gwadar but for all of Pakistan, paving the way for economic growth, tourism, and international connectivity in the region.

The inauguration of New Gwadar International Airport is the beginning of a new era in air travel, opening doors to endless opportunities for regional and global connectivity.

Read more: New Gwadar International Airport to ‘begin’ flight operations from THIS date

It is important to note here that the Gwadar International Airport is a key project under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). The airport was constructed with the cooperation of China and the Civil Aviation Authority.

In February 2024, Flight operations at new airport were suspended due to a 16-hour continuous downpour.

Sensing the severity of the situation, the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) suspended the flight operation at the airport to ensure the safety of the passengers and the aeroplanes.



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