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Pakistan explores Airbus, Rolls-Royce options for PIA fleet renewal

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Pakistan is exploring aircraft leasing and potential procurement arrangements involving Airbus aircraft and Rolls-Royce engines for Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), as the carrier looks to modernise its fleet.
The British side briefed Khan on possible aircraft and engine arrangements involving Airbus and Rolls-Royce, including potential export credit support.
Fleet renewal is among the challenges facing PIA as it seeks to improve operational reliability, expand international services and restore passenger confidence.

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Pakistan is exploring aircraft leasing and potential procurement arrangements involving Airbus aircraft and Rolls-Royce engines for Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), as the carrier looks to modernise its fleet.

The options were discussed at a meeting between Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan and British High Commissioner Jane Marriott in Islamabad on Thursday, according to an official government statement.

Originally published by Minute mirror on Oct 9, 2026 Read the full article at minutemirror.com.pk

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