In a concerning development, another Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) flight attendant, Noor Sher, has reportedly gone missing in Canada. Sher was assigned to flight PK 781 from Islamabad to Toronto.
The alarm was raised when Sher failed to report for duty on his scheduled return flight, marking the latest in a string of alleged disappearances involving PIA staff on the Toronto route. Sources indicate that this incident brings the total number of missing PIA staff in Canada to 14.
It has been reported that the missing flight attendants have applied for asylum in Canada, although specific details regarding their motivations have not been disclosed.
This recent incident follows earlier controversies involving PIA staff in Canada. In March of this year, Canadian authorities arrested PIA air hostess Hina Sani upon discovering multiple passports in her possession upon arrival in Toronto on flight PK-789.
These incidents have cast a spotlight on PIA’s operational and regulatory challenges, including fines imposed on the airline for previous breaches, such as a case where an air hostess arrived in Canada without a passport.
The situation underscores ongoing concerns regarding airline staff security protocols and immigration issues, prompting scrutiny and potential reforms within PIA’s operational framework.
As developments unfold, authorities are expected to investigate the circumstances surrounding Noor Sher’s disappearance and its implications for airline operations and international relations between Pakistan and Canada.
These incidents have raised significant concerns within Pakistan and abroad about the security and integrity of PIA operations. The repeated instances of flight attendants going missing or facing legal issues in Canada highlight broader challenges faced by the airline in maintaining compliance with international regulations and ensuring the safety of its personnel.
As investigations continue into Noor Sher’s disappearance and the circumstances surrounding it, stakeholders are calling for enhanced measures to address these issues and uphold the reputation and reliability of Pakistan International Airlines on the global stage.
