A Senior Pilot of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) was caught sleeping in the Business Class Passenger Cabin.
Over 300 Passengers are onboard the London-bound PK-785. Senior Pilot Amir Akhtar Hashmi went asleep after handing over the charge to a Trainee.
Initially, PIA refused to take any disciplinary action against Amir Akhtar Hashmi because he is highly influential in Aviation Division. Mr.Amir served as President of Pakistan Airlines Pilots Association (PALPA) in the past. An investigation was ordered after the issue was brought to the notice of higher authorities.
Amir Akhtar Hashmi receives Rs 1 lakh as salary per month for training Pilots. He, however, took a nap and put the lives of 300 people at risk.
Over 300 Passengers are onboard the London-bound PK-785. Senior Pilot Amir Akhtar Hashmi went asleep after handing over the charge to a Trainee.
Initially, PIA refused to take any disciplinary action against Amir Akhtar Hashmi because he is highly influential in Aviation Division. Mr.Amir served as President of Pakistan Airlines Pilots Association (PALPA) in the past. An investigation was ordered after the issue was brought to the notice of higher authorities.
Amir Akhtar Hashmi receives Rs 1 lakh as salary per month for training Pilots. He, however, took a nap and put the lives of 300 people at risk.