KARACHI: Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has issued clarification regarding recent flight incidents, dismissing rumors of operational mishap and reinforcing its adherence to international safety regulations.

As per PIA spokesperson statement, warning about low cabin air pressure was triggered during flight PK 213 from Karachi to Dubai, as per standard operating procedures, captain safely descended aircraft to 10,000 feet and landed it in Dubai 15 minutes later. Spokesperson stated that upon inspection, crew found warning was false alarm and aircraft was cleared to fly back after necessary checks.

Addressing separate reports about PIA flight from Dubai to Peshawar mistakenly landing in Karachi, spokesperson called the claims “Baseless” and reflective of ignorance about aviation operations. “In modern aviation, it is impossible for plane to mistakenly divert to another airport,” spokesperson added. Flight was delayed in Dubai for operational reasons, which exceeded crew’s duty time limit. As precaution and under Air safety rules, plane was routed to Karachi, where fresh crew took over, ensuring safe flight to Peshawar.

PIA assured that all precautionary measures were followed and no risks were taken at any stage. Spokesperson emphasised that PIA remains fully compliant with international air safety regulations