FAA team to arrive in Islamabad on September 6; CAA completes audit preparations for long-awaited flight resumption
In a key development that could pave the way for the resumption of direct flights between Pakistan and the United States, a delegation from the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is set to arrive in Islamabad on September 6 for an extensive audit — the first of its kind in several years.
According to officials, the Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has completed all necessary preparations for the high-stakes inspection. The FAA team will conduct a detailed review of licensing protocols, flight standards, and state-level safety operations, which are essential criteria for meeting Category 1 safety rating — a prerequisite for direct US-Pakistan air travel.
The CAA stated that all departments have finalized arrangements to facilitate the audit, calling it a critical step toward rebuilding international confidence in Pakistan’s aviation sector.
This audit could be a turning point for the country’s aviation ambitions, especially as direct connectivity to the U.S. remains a high priority for both business and diaspora communities.
