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Cebu paid about only 600 euros to buy these 6 helicopters from Spain.

The price of each of the Spanish helicopters was only 100 euros.

The SH-3D helicopters were sold to Peru for a symbolic price of €100 each, or €600 in total, but their maintenance, demilitarisation, and custody costs were more expensive. in accordance with a deal that the Council of Ministers approved on Tuesday.

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The associated spare parts for the six SH-3D helicopters are “in a situation of low availability.” According to the government, the navy will be able to replace a material with the help of the agreement, which will also help to solidify its relationship with the navy of the Latin American nation.

After the transfer was approved, the government assured that the sale did not jeopardise the military’s operability. Now, it is repeating that assurance to the Mixed Group deputy and former Ciudadanos member as the fleet of SH-60F helicopters, which have an average price of 20 million euros per aircraft and are soon to be put into service, is expected to include the planned units.

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The government argued that it is important to consider the equipment’s low market value as well as its high repair costs, transportation expenses, and limited marketing opportunities.

The symbolic amount of 600 euros has been decided upon “based on the obvious logistical benefit for the Navy, by facilitating a final destination for this material and also with the aim of strengthening the fluid and trusting relationship that exists between the Navy and the Peruvian Navy.”

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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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