Suspension of flights extended

03 Apr 2020 / Pakistan

The Government of Pakistan has decided to extend the suspension of all inbound international passenger, chartered and private aircraft, as well as domestic scheduled/non-scheduled, chartered, private aircraft and general aviation operations up to 2359 hours local time on 11 April.

For international flights, exceptions will be made for diplomatic, special/cargo flights and flights of the national carrier to/from Pakistan with special approval from the competent authority to transport stranded passengers. However, passengers onboard inbound flights shall be subject to thorough checking as per established procedures including screening, swab testing and isolation/quarantine as per the advice of the health professionals.

For domestic flights, exemptions will be made for cargo and special flights subject to necessary clearance. Domestic flight operations to/from Islamabad International Airport for Gilgit Airport and Skardu Airport will continue as normal.

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