SAEP says it is committed to aviation safety and rules
The Society of Aircraft Engineers of Pakistan (SAEP) has
firmly rejected circulating rumours and reiterated its unwavering commitment to
aviation safety amid mounting tensions with Pakistan International Airlines
(PIA) management.
In a statement issued Monday, SAEP clarified that despite
speculation following a recent PIA Board of Directors meeting, no official decision
or administrative directive has been communicated regarding engineers’
concerns. The body emphasized that it will respond only to formal written
orders, not verbal statements or unverified claims.
SAEP confirmed that its members will continue wearing black
straps as a symbol of unity, dignity and dedication to safety.
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Reaffirming its core principles, the organization stated
that “safety and airworthiness can never be compromised,” stressing that no
engineer is authorized to bypass procedures, regulations or airworthiness laws.
It added that SAEP will not defend anyone who violates safety protocols,
regardless of external pressure or incentives.
However, the engineers’ body accused PIA management of
expecting higher output without providing adequate resources. It pointed to
unresolved shortages in manpower, ambiguity around the availability of spare
parts and insufficient essential supplies as major constraints.
SAEP also condemned what it described as an “irresponsible
and defamatory narrative” from a PIA spokesperson questioning engineers’
credentials and professional competence. The organization called the remarks
baseless and damaging to Pakistan’s international aviation reputation, warning
that repeating such claims would amount to a deliberate attempt to undermine
the country’s aviation standing.
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Vowing to challenge the allegations legally, SAEP said the
accusations insult licensed engineers, undermine PIA’s credibility and pose
risks to national aviation operations.
“No promise — including discussions on parity — can justify
compromising safety,” the organization said, adding that its safety standards
define its identity.
The statement concluded with a resolute message: “Our
licence is our honour. Our unity is our strength.”
Source: Business Recorder