The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) announced Saturday that Pakistan’s aviation sector is set for a major upgrade as a two-member European Civil Aviation team arrives next week.
For the first time, this EU-directed team will provide specialized security training and certification to the regulators at Islamabad Airport. The main goal is to enhance Pakistan’s security protocols to meet international standards, with a strong emphasis on Explosive Trace Detection (ETD) and Explosive Detection Dogs (EDD).
A CAA spokesperson hailed it as a game-changer. “This marks a key step in aligning our aviation security with global standards,” they said. The training aims to sharpen skills, bolster safety, and ensure Pakistan’s airports meet the rigorous demands of modern air travel.
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Last year’s victories led to the European Commission and the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) lifting a 2020 flight ban on Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) and approving Airblue for European flights, reconnecting Pakistan with the continent.
Aviation Minister Khawaja Asif credited the breakthrough to the Ministry’s push to revamp the CAA and meet International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) standards. “Focused efforts on safety oversight made this possible,” he said. With direct EU flights restored and now this training, Pakistan’s aviation is soaring toward a safer, more connected future—starting next week in Islamabad.
