Leeds Bradford - Pakistan flights axed
09.05.08
The direct flights from Leeds Bradford Airport to Pakistan, only launched n January, are to be scrapped at the end of this month. Shaheen Air International blames a 'lack of aircraft availability' for the axing of the twice weekly service to Islamabad after just four months.
Shaheen Air, which was founded in December, 1993, was designated as the second national carrier of Pakistan last October. It operates 15 domestic and international routes. The Leeds Bradford - Islamabad service was served by wide-bodied Airbus A310 aircraft, with 191 economy and 19 business class seats.
The airport's website says flights to the Pakistani capital will still depart on May 8, 11, 18, 25 and 30. Any passengers booked after these dates are being advised to contact their local booking agent for refunds.
Tony Hallwood, commercial and aviation development director at the airport, said: ‘We are in discussions with airlines with a view to re-starting direct operations to Pakistan.’
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