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Jet Airways begins hiring pilots for A320, 737NG, 737 MAX aircraft

Jet Airways begins hiring pilots for A320, 737NG, 737 MAX aircraft
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The process of hiring pilots for fleets has started at Jet Airways. The airlines have not yet placed a plane order. It is unclear whether it will select Boeing or Airbus. In the past, it operated primarily Boeing 737 Max planes.

For its aircraft, including the Boeing 737 NG and MAX versions as well as the Airbus A320, Jet Airways is seeking to hire additional pilots. Although it has not yet been announced, there is a likelihood that the airline will pick up the aircraft from the lessor.

Jet Airways kept the Yellow livery for Branding designs from the earlier generations of the aircraft, and the firm is hopeful that it can restore the legacy of the Jet Airways brand in Indian skies.

Jet Airways, which operated for more than 20 years, was forced to halt operations on April 17, 2019, due to financial difficulties. In June 2019, a group of lenders, led by the State Bank of India, filed an insolvency petition to recover unpaid debts of more than Rs 8,000 crore.

The resolution plan put forth by the partnership between UK-based Kalrock Capital and UAE-based entrepreneur Murari Lal Jalan was approved by the airline’s Committee of Creditors (CoC) in October 2020. The National Company Law Tribunal approved the settlement plan in June 2021.

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EASA Ends Suspension on PIA, Approves Flights to Europe

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The suspension of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) from operating in Europe is finally over, marking a significant turning point for Pakistan’s aviation sector.

After years of scrutiny and stringent safety assessments, the European Commission and the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) have officially lifted the ban on PIA. This decision also grants Airblue authorization to operate flights to Europe, further enhancing Pakistan’s connectivity with the region.

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PIA’s suspension, initially imposed in June 2020, was a direct consequence of concerns regarding the oversight capabilities of Pakistan’s Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA). These concerns were triggered shortly after a tragic PIA plane crash that claimed 97 lives, prompting an investigation into the validity of pilot licenses issued in the country.

Now, after four years of continuous efforts and reforms by the PCAA, EASA has expressed renewed confidence in Pakistan’s aviation regulatory framework. In a statement, EASA highlighted that Pakistan has successfully addressed safety compliance issues, enabling PIA to resume its operations within the European Union.

A spokesperson for PIA expressed optimism, emphasizing the airline’s commitment to strictly adhere to EASA’s regulations and guidelines. “This milestone has been achieved after four years of relentless efforts by the PIA management,” the spokesperson said.

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The lifting of the ban is expected to have a profound impact on PIA’s future. The airline, which employs over 7,000 people, has faced criticism in the past for poor management, financial instability, and regulatory challenges.

However, the restoration of European operations is seen as a vital step toward regaining its competitive edge, improving its financial standing, and restoring its reputation on the global stage.

Pakistan’s government, which has been exploring options to privatize the debt-laden national carrier, is hopeful that this development will attract foreign investment and bolster the country’s aviation industry.

With a renewed focus on compliance and safety, PIA is now poised to rebuild its presence in Europe, offering Pakistani travelers and international passengers more connectivity and improved service.

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