Azerbaijan Airlines' inaugural flight lands in Islamabad
Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL) successfully completed its
inaugural flight, J2 5143, to Islamabad International Airport on Thursday.
According to the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), the flight,
originating from Baku, touched down in Islamabad at 2:30 PM.
Azerbaijan
commences direct flights to Pakistan
In celebration of this momentous occasion, a brief yet
dignified ceremony was organized for the arriving guests, featuring a
traditional water cannon salute. The esteemed guests were welcomed by PCAA
Additional DG Air Vice Marshal Taimur Iqbal, Airport Manager Aftab Gilani, and
other airport officials.
Azerbaijan Airlines plans to offer flights between Baku and
Islamabad twice a week, with departures on Sundays and Wednesdays.
Azerbaijan
Airlines (AZAL) unveils flight schedule for Pakistan
Additionally, the airline has also scheduled flights to
Karachi and Lahore, operating twice a week. Notably, this marks Azerbaijan
Airlines' second foray into Pakistan, following its inaugural flight to Lahore
from Baku in September.
Source: Pakistan Observer