In Karachi, the Hajj operation of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) was successfully completed on the night of August 2nd, with a total of 61,461 pilgrims returning home after performing the sacred duty.
PIA’s Hajj operation for the year 2023 commenced on May 21 and concluded on August 2. The pre-Hajj operation spanned from May 21 to June 22, while the post-Hajj operation took place from July 2 to August 2.
During the post-Hajj operation, PIA operated a total of 258 flights, including 136 flights to Jeddah and 122 flights to Madinah, facilitating the return of the pilgrims.
PIA’s performance in terms of schedule regularity during the Hajj operations was commendable, with an impressive 96% of flights departing on time or slightly ahead of schedule, surpassing other airlines involved in the Hajj operations.
PIA’s Hajj flights safely transported a total of 61,461 pilgrims back home after completing their sacred duty. To facilitate the pilgrims, city check-in services were arranged, sparing them the need to arrive at the airport hours in advance.
The CEO of PIA praised the efforts of the teams involved in the Hajj operation and expressed appreciation for their commendable work in organizing the operation smoothly, even amidst challenging circumstances. Both the teams in Pakistan and Saudi Arabia played a crucial role in ensuring the success of the Hajj operation.
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