The Punjab government has approved transferring operational control and maintenance of its Gulfstream G500 aircraft to the Pakistan Air Force (PAF), along with a draft agreement governing the arrangement.
Punjab cabinet approval covers a proposed memorandum of understanding between the provincial government and the air force. Official documents set out provisions for maintenance, technical responsibilities and financial arrangements.
An additional secretary responsible for welfare has been authorised to sign the agreement on Punjab’s behalf.
Separately, three serving PAF pilots have been placed at the provincial government’s disposal on deputation. They are to conduct flight operations alongside Punjab’s own pilots.
The aircraft has already been deregistered with the Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority, according to the documents.
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Before approval, Punjab’s VIP Flight Wing consulted the air force about assuming operational and maintenance responsibilities. Those discussions focused on flight safety, continuous operational readiness and round-the-clock availability.
Under the proposed arrangement, PAF personnel and infrastructure can support maintenance of the Gulfstream G500.
The approved framework covers both flying operations and technical upkeep, with financial provisions included in the draft memorandum. Punjab’s pilots remain part of the flight arrangements alongside the deputed Air Force personnel.
