Historic Firsts Achieved By PIA

The first airline from an Asian land country and the first airline from a Muslim country to fly the Super Constellation.
The first Asian airline to operate a jet aircraft.
The first Asian airline to be granted maintenance approval by the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Air Registration Board, predecessor of the British Civil Aviation Authority (CAA).
The first non-communist airline to fly to the People's Republic of China, and to operate a service between Asia and Europe via Moscow.
The first airline in Asia to induct the new technology Boeing 737-300 aircraft.
An IBM 1401, the first computer in Pakistan, was installed in PIA.
The first airline to introduce a second route to People's Republic of China over the mighty Karakoram mountains.
The first airline in the world to operate scheduled helicopter services.
The first airline to show in-flight movies on international routes.
PIA set up Pakistan's first planetarium at Karachi.
The first airline in South Asia to introduce auto-ticketing facility.
The first airline in the world to fly to Tashkent, capital of the newly independent state of Uzbekistan.
First airline in the world to start Air Safari with jet aircraft.
First Asian airline to start flights to Oslo, the beautiful capital city of Norway.
First airline in the world to induct Boeing 777-200LR, the world's longest range commercial airliner.

PIA AIRLINE STYLES

This livery was unveiled with the induction of 747-300s in 1999. In this livery all-white fuselage was combined with enlarged green Pakistan titles and light green PIA initials in stylized Urdu script on forward fuselage. White PIA initials highlighted an all green tailfin which had a white leading edge. This livery design was applied on a very limited number of PIA aircraft. Only few months later this livery design was dis-continued and most of the aircraft painted in this livery were re-painted in 1990s livery. Boeing 747-300s continued sporting this livery design.

This livery was introduced on some of the aircraft with traditional Pakistani floral patterns, known as 'Pashmina' and 'Kashikari', painted in light green color over a dark green background of tail fin with white PIA initials, however, this floral patterns fin livery was replaced by the standard PIA fin livery a few months later. Some 747-300s were also seen with small Pakistan titles when this livery was first introduced in 1999

Old Liveries 1990s

In 1991, designed by Negus and Negus of London, PIA unveiled its sporty 90s look. Upper fuselage was in white color with titles, Pakistan International, reduced to just one word: Pakistan in green color. PIA initials in stylized Urdu were retained and were painted in grass green color on the upper fuselage of 747s and on the lower fuselage of other aircraft of the fleet. Fin livery comprised the white PIA initials on an all green fin with white color leading edge. On the lower fuselage, a broad green band covered the belly of aircraft and was cut off forward by three angled chevrons of dark green, grass green and pale blue color. The dark green chevron represented the famous PIA green and Pakistan's beauty and fertility. Sporty grass green and pale blue chevrons, a symbol of sport, highlighted PIA's sponsorship of games of every kind. No other airline in the world has supported the cause of sport and sportsmen worldwide, the way PIA has.

In 1997, to celebrate Pakistan's fifty years of independence, PIA named its aircraft after various Pakistani cities and landmarks. The names along with a specially designed logo were applied below aircraft's flight deck windows.

List of Names Given to PIA Aircraft to Celebrate Pakistan's 50 Years of Independence in 1997
Regn. Type of Aircraft Cn/Sn Mfd Delivery City Name
AP-ALW Fokker F-27 Friendship 400 10187 1961 19-10-61 City of Shikarpur
AP-ATU Fokker F-27 Friendship 200 10278 1965 08-07-65 City of Gwadar
AP-AUR Fokker F-27 Friendship 200 10307 1966 30-04-66 City of ?
AP-AXB Fokker F-27 Friendship 200 10288 1965 06-04-73 City of ?
AP-AXG Boeing 707-340C 20488/849 1970 23-12-70 ?
AP-AYV Boeing 747-282B 20928/239 1974 26-04-76 City of Lahore
AP-AYW Boeing 747-282B 21035/256 1975 16-04-76 City of Peshawar
AP-BAK Boeing 747-240B (SCD) 21825/383 1979 26-07-79 City of Karachi
AP-BAL Fokker F-27 Friendship 200 10243 1964 26-01-79 City of ?
AP-BAO Fokker F-27 Friendship 200 10230 1963 01-06-79 City of ?
AP-BAT Boeing 747-240B (SCD) 22077/429 1980 07-03-80 City of Islamabad
AP-BAX Airbus A300B4-203 096 1979 03-03-80 City of Faisalabad
AP-BAY Airbus A300B4-203 098 1979 12-03-80 City of ?
AP-BAZ Airbus A300B4-203 099 1980 03-04-80 City of Rawalpindi
AP-BBA Airbus A300B4-203 114 1980 27-08-80 City of ?
AP-BBM Airbus A300B4-203 064 1979 03-08-83 City of ?
AP-BBV Airbus A300B4-203 144 1981 24-06-84 City of ?
AP-BCA Boeing 737-340 23294/1114 1985 31-05-85 City of Sargodha
AP-BCB Boeing 737-340 23295/1116 1985 03-06-85 City of ?
AP-BCC Boeing 737-340 23296/1121 1985 18-06-85 City of Gujrat
AP-BCD Boeing 737-340 23297/1122 1985 21-06-85 City of Khuzdar
AP-BCE Boeing 737-340 23298/1123 1985 25-06-85 City of D.I. Khan
AP-BCF Boeing 737-340 23299/1235 1986 20-06-86 City of Larkana
AP-BCG DHC-6-300 Twin Otter 726 1980 06-02-85 Mangla Dam
AP-BCH DHC-6-300 Twin Otter 768 1981 06-02-85 ?
AP-BCL Boeing 747-217B 20929/247 1974 18-12-85 City of Quetta
AP-BCM Boeing 747-217B 20802/226 1973 19-05-86 City of Multan
AP-BCN Boeing 747-217B 20801/225 1973 25-09-86 City of Hyderabad
AP-BCO Boeing 747-217B 20927/244 1974 06-11-86 City of Mardan
AP-BCJ Airbus A300B4-203 268 1983 15-05-85 City of ?
AP-BCT Fokker F-27 Friendship 200 10289 1965 29-06-86 City of Sui
AP-BCZ Fokker F-27 Friendship 200 10305 1966 02-09-87 City of Bannu
AP-BDB Fokker F-27 Friendship 200 10292 1966 22-01-88 City of Jhelum
AP-BDP Fokker F-27 Friendship 200 10170 1961 **-11-89 City of Jaccobabad
AP-BDQ Fokker F-27 Friendship 200 10253 1964 **-11-89 City of R.Y.Khan
AP-BDR Fokker F-27 Friendship 200 10134 1959 **-07-90 City of Jhang
AP-BDS Fokker F-27 Friendship 200 10133 1959 **-02-90 City of Zhob
AP-BDZ Airbus A310-308 585 1991 25-06-91 City of Ziarat
AP-BEB Airbus A310-308 587 1991 26-07-91 City of Murree
AP-BEC Airbus A310-308 590 1991 02-09-91 City of Swat
AP-BEG Airbus A310-308 653 1992 23-09-92 City of Chitral
AP-BEL Airbus A300B4-203 269 1983 03-04-93 City of ?
AP-BEU Airbus A310-308 691 1994 11-05-94 City of Skardu
AP-BEY Airbus A300B4-203 146 1981 21-07-94 City of Kohat
AP-BFL Airbus A300B4-203 204 1982 07-01-97 City of Abbotabad

PIA Engineering - Areas and Services

Base Maintenance

Are you looking for cost-effective and high quality Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul services for your airline fleet?

Entrust PIA Engineering, an EASA Part-145 approved MRO with the most extensive maintenance capabilities, with your engineering and maintenance requirements. Our clientele comprises of large numbers of international operators and our experience of over 50 years enables us to find the right solutions for all your operational and maintenance needs. Our services are tailored to your airline's needs. Our highly qualified engineering personnel offer comprehensive engineering services, backed up by excellent equipment and systems. We have sufficient aircraft support dock installations in the hangars, as well as trained manpower and tooling, to undertake simultaneous work on various types of aircraft in your fleet, around the clock. Inspections

* Ageing Aircraft Corrosion Prevention and Control Program (CPCP)
* Supplemental Structural Inspection (SSI)

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Lap Joint Modifications

PIA Engineering is one of the pioneers in Asia to undertake this major modification. The ACOH facility has now been fully developed for the Lap Joint Modification on the B-737. Our highly skilled technicians and engineers have successfully completed this endeavor.
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Structural Modifications

The Base Maintenance team is backed up with a state-of-the art Structure Repair Shop which can perform repairs on individual structural components of aircraft and also has the capability to develop repair schemes.
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Avionics Modifications

PIA Engineering has been involved in all the recent aircraft retrofit programs, based on new requirements; such as TCAS-II, SUPERAHARS, GPS, EGPWS 8,33 kHz VHF, RVSM, and B-RNAV. With a group of avionics modification specialists, no installation job or STC implementation is too large or too complex for us. We have successfully completed a full installation of the MAS -2000E and also have in-house expertise in MAS-3000E installations and other In Flight Entertainment solutions.
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Painting

Our Base Maintenance team offers comprehensive aircraft painting services, including but not limited to:

* Sign Painting
* Decals
* Placards
* Drawing of Logos
* Engraving of Cockpit Instrument Panels
* Write-ups in the Interior & Exterior of Aircrafts

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Line Maintenance

Our highly skilled Line Maintenance team in Karachi undertakes and releases the full range of cabin tasks and In Flight Entertainment (IFE) checks during transit, along with regular transit tasks for Boeing 777, 747, 737 and Airbus A310, A300 B4, Fokker F-27, and ATR-42, under EASA Part-145 and CAA Pakistan. Our Line Maintenance division is backed by extensive shop support and substantial stocks of spare parts inventory and is amongst the region's most experienced facilities.

As part of our Line Maintenance services, PIA Engineering also maintains the appearance and quality of your aircraft's cabin and exterior. Our Line Maintenance facilities cover the complete range of an aircraft's routine maintenance and inspection requirements. We have sufficient aircraft support dock installations in 4 hangars with the requisite trained manpower and tooling to undertake simultaneous work on various types of aircraft in your fleet, around the clock.

PIA Engineering offers excellent Line Maintenance at all International/Commercial airports in Pakistan and large numbers of line stations around the globe. PIA Engineering's Engine Overhaul Workshop is acclaimed as one of the most modern and best equipped engine repair and overhaul facilities in the region. Spread over an area of 9,072 square meters, the workshop offers high-class plating facilities; both manual, as well as robotic plasma flame spray. The Engine Overhaul Workshop also includes a heat treatment shop with a vacuum heat treatment facility.

An independent machine shop, attached to the Engine Overhaul Workshop, is equipped with several precision machines used for the repair and modification of engine components during the overhaul process.

A key feature of the Engine Overhaul Workshop is the jet engine test facility, designed to test aero engines up to a maximum capacity of 100,000 lbs thrust, airflow of 3,000 lbs/sec and an engine weight of 15,000 lbs.

The test cell has recently been upgraded with a cutting-edge test cell data acquisition system, the ASE2000. The ASE2000 can be used to accommodate all FADEC/EEC powered engines.
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Engine Condition Monitoring

PIA Engineering develops and maintains engine reliability and engine oil analysis programs for the engines and APUs shown in the table above. 24/7 support services are also provided for operators in any geographical location.
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Maintenance & Operations Control (MOC)

The Maintenance & Operations Control Division offers comprehensive planning, materials, repairs, and logistics services to the highest international standards. The MOC Division is powered by fully-integrated computer systems to ensure efficient scheduling, administration, monitoring and control of maintenance activities, as well as cost-effective management of spares, equipment and resources.

Engineering Automation provides information system solutions to all divisions enabling functional integration, resource optimization and technical reliability improvements. Being in a standardized technical environment and using common a information architecture based on IBM SNA, this shared network approach has resulted in enhanced user systems to improve fleet dispatch reliability performance. In addition, the division conducts time and motion studies to develop consolidated man-hour plans for all the sections of the PIA Engineering Complex, ensuring optimal utilization of human resources during critical projects.

MOC coordinates core departments and external handling agencies to ensure prompt aircraft turnaround times with minimum technical delays, using the latest, state-of-the-art systems. MOC plays a pivotal role in aircraft on-ground situations that require skilled and dynamic responses. MOC provides support around the clock, with dedicated engineering personnel who liaise closely with operational departments and flight crews to ensure that operations run smoothly, and to minimize the impact of unscheduled maintenance and technical delays.

Our team of specialists is committed to providing the highest levels of support and services:

* Maximum fleet availability and serviceability via the production of long and short term maintenance plans
* Optimum scheduling and availability of an entire aircraft's inventory
* Development of Engineering Management Software solutions to manage the diverse needs of our customers
* Conducting time and motion studies in the aviation sector to develop man-hour plans to ensure optimal utilization of human resources
* Conducting On Job Training (OJT) on approved aircraft types, engines and systems

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Avionics Overhaul

PIA's Overhaul Shops offer repair, overhaul modification, testing, and calibration of a range of mechanical, electrical and electronic aircraft components and accessories for Boeing 737, 747 Airbus A300B4, A310, and F-27, including:

* Analog and Digital Instrumentation
* Electrical, Hydraulic and Pneumatic System Components
* Fuel Measuring and Engine Accessory Components
* Cabin Furnishing and Passenger Entertainment Units
* Oxygen and Safety Equipment

Our Avionics Shops are well equipped with the latest testing and overhauling facilities, such as Automated Test Equipment ATEC 6000, ATEC 4000 and the IRS Tester. Our shops provide maintenance support for the following:

* Electrical Power Generation and Control Systems Equipment
* Anti Skid Control Systems Components
* Aircraft Information Management System Components
* Aircraft Batteries
* Aircraft Environment Control System Equipment
* Galley Equipment such as Fridges, Boilers and Ovens
* Interior and Exterior Lighting System Components
* Aircraft Engine Ignition, Engine Vibration Monitoring System Components
* Fuel Control Valves and Fuel Boost Pumps
* Communication System Components (VHF and UHF)
* Instrument Landing System Components
* Navigation System Components and Autopilot System
* GPWS (Ground Proximity Warning Systems) Components
* LRRA (Low Range Radio Altimeter), DME/ATC Transponder System Components
* Flight Management Computer and Related Components
* Audio Entertainment Systems
* Weather Radar Systems
* Aircraft Pressurizing Components
* Quantity, Temperature and Pressure Transmitters and Indicators
* Fuel Quantity Computers
* Crew Breathing/Oxygen System Components

Our Accessories Overhaul Shops are equipped with modern testing equipment such as test stands from GREER, Bäur of USA, and Vickers System of West Germany for testing hydraulic components. The shops provide support in the following areas:

* Complete overhaul and repair of landing gears of Airbus A300, A310, B737, F-27 Aircraft
* Capability and expertise in wheel and brake overhauling for B777, 747, 737 & AIRBUS A300B4/A310 Aircraft
* Entire range of hydraulic, fuel, oil and miscellaneous systems (mechanical) components ranging from a check valve to the most sophisticated equipment installed on A-310, A300, B747, B737-300 and F-27 aircraft
* Repair and overhaul of engine fuel accessories such as the MEC for CF6 engine, CIT Sensors, etc.
* Steering components
* Repair, overhaul and testing of APU fuel components
* Repair and overhaul of mechanical, hydromatic and electrical propellers, constant speed units, pitch control units, bleed valve, anti-ice valve, water system components of entire PIA fleet and other propeller accessories.

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Cabin Services

At the PIA Engineering Complex, we are committed to defect-free cabins and the spotless appearance of your aircraft. We repair, replace, overhaul, modify and test:

* Cabin and Crew Seats
* Survival Equipment
* Galley
* Upholstery

In order to maintain our commitment to world-class quality, the PIA Engineering Complex has created a separate division specifically geared to the satisfaction of the modern traveler. This division has been split into three parts to support customer amenity items during short transit checks and long duration heavy "D" and "C" checks.
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Aircraft Furnishing

The aircraft furnishing section, located in the Ispahani Hangar, is responsible for customer amenity items that are refurbished during heavy aircraft checks. A large workforce comprised of dedicated, well trained engineers and technicians, are responsible for planning and executing activities that ensure that all customer amenity items are maintained in a top of the line condition.

Full-fledged back shop support consists of a seat shop where all the seats installed on the PIA fleet are maintained, including the cockpit seats of the B-777, B-747-200/300, A-310, A-300, B-737 and the F-27. The aircraft furnishing section also maintains safety items, including life rafts and individual floatation devices on board the aircraft. A plastic repair shop also operates under the management of this section to ensure that plastic repairs are done in-house and that costly turn around times for amenity items are avoided.

Capabilities and Services:

* Complete cabin refurbishment of all types of aircraft
* Overhaul of flight safety equipment installed on the PIA fleet
* Stripping and repainting of interiors and exteriors of aircraft
* Overhaul of passenger and crew seats, galleys and toilets of aircraft such as Boeing 747-300, Boeing 747-200, Boeing 777-200, Boeing 737-300, Airbus A300B4, Airbus A300B2 and Airbus A310-300
* Fabrication of galleys for F-27

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Aircraft Appearance

Operating under the Line Maintenance division, this section maintains the upkeep and outlook of aircraft exterior and ensures that cabins are always presentable. Dedicated and trained aircraft engineers and technicians, working round-the-clock in three shifts, ensure that amenity items which may be handled in a transit check are taken care of.

Capabilities and Services:

* Complete cabin items coverage of transit checks for the B-747-200/300, B-777, B-737, A-310, A300 and the F-27
* Small exterior painting jobs
* Installation and removal of seat covers
* Installation and fabrication of toilets
* Maintenance of safety items

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In Flight Entertainment

The In Fight Entertainment (IFE) system is one of the most crucial systems as far as the brand equity of an airline is concerned, since it directly impacts a passengers' comfort during long haul flights. The maintenance of these systems is becoming extremely critical as airlines strive to up the ante in order to maintain a competitive edge in the passenger transport business.

Video On Demand, Internet Access, Satellite Telephony, Interactive Games and In Flight Telephony are the value-added services that airlines are adding to their regular offering of Music and Movies on passenger seats. However this has resulted in IFE systems becoming complex and more expensive to maintain.

PIA Speedex Service

PIA Speedex offers a range of flexible delivery options to suit your budget and your needs.


Same Day Speed

Perfect for businesses, the Same Day Speed service delivers mission-critical documents or parcels on the same day that you ship them. Delivery times depend on when you book your shipment and the availability of flights.


Overnight Speed

The Overnight Speed service works while you sleep at night. Your parcels and documents are delivered to their destination the next day, depending upon when you book your shipment and the availability of flights. Businesses use the Overnight Speed service for the delivery of official documents that are transported at night and arrive at their destinations the next morning, just in time for the start of the day's work.


Second Day Speed

The Second Day Speed service delivers your shipment to its destination within a 2 day period. This cost-effective service is ideal for heavy packages and for deliveries where time is not of the essence.


Specials at Rs. 60 Per Service

Time Definite Delivery: This is a great service for customers who would like a shipment to arrive at its destination at a specific time. Give us a time and we'll get your consignment delivered - on the dot.

Holiday Service: PIA Speedex delivers, 365 days a year. Don't worry if it's a holiday as our Holiday Service ensures that your shipments are delivered around the year to all destinations across Pakistan. When no one else can deliver, we do.

Fragile Handling: Sensitive items need to be handled with care. PIA Speedex offers a special service for fragile goods and you can rest assured that your shipment will be delivered to its destination, safe and sound, without any damages.


Corporate Deals

Corporate customers with high volume courier needs can benefit greatly from the discounts offered by PIA Speedex. If you'd like to sign up for our special corporate deals, please contact PIA Speedex Sales, for more information on benefits and rates.


One-Off Deals

PIA Speedex offers special rates for one-time movements of bulk quantities or heavy items. Please contact PIA Speedex Sales for more information about our special one-off deals.


Seasonal Products (New)

When the season is right for special products, such as Pakistan's world-renowned mangos, PIA Speedex offers door-to-door delivery of the finest export quality mangos. Wrapped in elegant and attractive packaging, in 5 Kg and 10 kg boxes, PIA Speedex will brighten up your day with a special delivery of mangos.

Mango Service Rates
5 Kg - Rs. 435
10 Kg - Rs. 783

The above prices are exclusive of taxes.


While the booking for the shipment of the mangoes can be done from any of the cities nationwide, the delivery facility is only available in the following cities:
Karachi Hyderabad Lahore Sukkur Islamabad Faisalabad Peshawar
Turbat Gujranwala Quetta Sialkot Multan Gwadar

10 Kg Speed Box

The 10 Kg Speed Box is a specially designed, economical package that is delivered overnight, without hassles, and with the PIA Speedex promise of speed, reliability, and affordability.


US Visa Drop Box

In collaboration with American Express, PIA Speedex is the only courier service, nominated by the US Embassy for acceptance of US Visa applications for the Visit and Immigration categories. The service is offered in 7 cities across Pakistan:

Quetta | Faisalabad | Peshawar | Sialkot | Gujranwala | Hyderabad | Multan


Insurance

PIA Speedex shipments can be insured in accordance with the following terms and conditions:

1. Fragile Shipments: 8% of the declared value
2. Non-Fragile Shipments: 1% of the declared value

Documents, used electrical equipment (e.g. computers), or any other used items, jewellery, cash, cheques, diskettes, CDs and revenue documents which do not have physical value cannot be insured.es

PIA Building

(Main Building)

Three-storey Centrally Air- conditioned
Building Area: 52,200 sq. ft.
Building includes:
Classrooms equipped with latest training aids:
* Aircraft Cabin Mockup
* Computer Based Training
* Audio Visual System
* Audio Visual System
* Cockpit Systems Simulator
* Grooming Room
* SABRE System (Reservation/Check–in)
* Laboratories
* Library
* Printing and Publications
* Photo Lab
* Auditorium
* Seminar & Conference Rooms

Apprentice Building:

Building Area: 12,700 Sq. ft.
Two-storey building equipped with:
* Air-conditioned classrooms
* Latest training aids
* Workshops

UTILISATION OF TRAINING FACILITIES BY FOLLOWING:
(DOMESTIC)
Domestic Airlines
Pakistan Armed Forces
Civil Aviation Authority, Pakistan
Government & Semi-Government Agencies
Major National & Multinational Companies

UTILISATION OF TRAINING FACILITIES
(INTERNATIONAL)

Major Airlines, including:

Emirates
Saudi Airlines
Royal Jordanian Airlines
Iran Air
Kuwait Air
Libyan Arab Airlines
Air Malta
Scandinavian Airlines
Royal Nepal Airlines
Al-Buraq Air Libya

Accommodation

No Accommodation Facility Available in PTC for Trainees. Students are expected to make their own arrangements for boarding and lodging. The hotel rates vary from USD50 to USD 70 per day.
Cafeteria

PIA Training Centre has a brand new cafeteria located on ground floor over looking the lush green garden with its beautiful plants, has the capacity to accommodate around 200 trainees. Tea and refreshments are provided from 9 am to 3 pm. This cafeteria also caters for business and official functions of Head Office as well.
Library

The Library at PIA Training Centre plays a vital role in providing information on the courses conducted at PIA Training Centre as per requirement of any Aviation Industry. In fact, it is the back-bone of the Training centre where PTC chief instructors, Instructors, PIA Officers, Engineers, Pilots, Trainers, as well as visitors and foreign trainees frequently visit for knowledge seeking and general reading purpose.

This library provides its readers over 6000 books (technical and non-technical) literature to instructors such as engineering change orders, service bulletins, technical notices, service letter, evaluation notices, services information bulletins, amendments of overall manuals, maintenance manuals, CAA literatures, ICAO & IATA literatures and amendments of all aircrafts manuals. We have received the latest Boeing 777 A/C & ATR A/C Literature as well.

We are in the process of automating the PTC Technical Library for latest updates. This library not only caters for PTC faculty but to all those personnel’s working in different departments of PIA as well.
Physical Fitness

Physiology Lab is run by PIA Physiologist who provides physiological guidance to all PIA employees with the help of posture balancing equipments which is installed on the 2nd floor of PTC for the use of all employees of PIA.

The objective of this lab is to provide guidance to enhance the alacrity and how to improve the ability to express one self and to coordinate body and mind functions. To bring about the awareness is to achieve a high level of unity of mind and body in a disciplined environment. The aim is to achieve a high level serene attitude towards life leading to higher productivity, most notably in our profession.

History of PIA Training Centre

Welcome to the PIA Training Centre, Karachi-an institution of comprehensive instruction dedicated towards imparting quality training in all the major areas associated with civil air transport. The centre is housed in a three-storied spacious building, essentially self-contained in facilities and centrally air-conditioned. It is situated about 300 yards from the Corporate Head Office building of PIA.

The prestige and esteem that the Training Centre enjoys has been a result of tireless efforts expended, since the very inception of PIA in 1956, in making the programmes of study worthy of its name. Training has been offered for PIA employees as well as for other airlines' staff intending to work, or already working as members of the cockpit and flight service crew, as passenger service and marketing staff, and as mechanics and engineers, etc. It was in 1960 that all training was amalgamated under one roof at the Hotel Midway House, Karachi. The Centre was moved to its present premises in October 1975.

Specialist instructors are assigned at the Centre for imparting rigorous training to those who fly, and to those who service and maintain various types of aircraft (B-747-200, A-310, A-300, B-737, F-27, Twin Otter, B-777). The training aids and equipment used are the latest. The methods of knowledge and skill transfer, adopted at the PIA Training Centre, are varied all pragmatic and useful. Classroom lectures are augmented by group discussion, observations, experiments, simulations, case studies, etc. Study tours to a number of PIA facilities are regularly conducted and seminars on topics of general interest are frequently convened.

Training facilities available within the airline also include flight simulators which are used in the Transition and recurrent Training of pilots and other operational crew. The equipment here includes: a cabin service procedures trainer, A310 Flight Simulator, 747-200 Flight Simulator and B743 FFS with RB211 Engines also A-310 Video & Audio Computer Based Instructions ( VACBI ) Systems. These are largely supplemented with apprentice workshops and laboratories for new entrants.

During the past, for many years the PIA Training Centre has also been instrumental in rendering training to a large number of pilots, engineers, flight stewards/stewardesses, traffic and sales personnel from over 30 airlines and associated agencies worldwide, mostly from Asian and African countries.