How many aeroplanes of PIA do Pakistan have?

Answer 1

PIA's fleet of modern aircraft are spacious, comfortable, and designed to get you to your destination safely. PIA operates a range of advanced aircraft, ranging from the world's preferred Boeing 777 airplane to the super-quiet Airbus A-310.

A brief introduction of PIA fleet is given below:

BOEING 777The Boeing 777 family comprises of long-range, wide-body twin-engine airplanes. PIA was the first airline in the world to operate all the three variants of the 777 family: 777-200LR, 777-200ER and 777-300ER, all of them are well loved by PIA's seasoned travelers for their spaciousness and comfort. PIA also holds the privilege of being the launch customer for 777-200LR, one of PIA's aircraft holds the record for the longest commercial jet flight in aviation history. At present PIA is serving destinations in USA, Canada, UK and Europe through its 777 fleet. Boeing 747The Boeing 747, often referred to as "Jumbo Jet", is amongst the world's most iconic and recognizable jet airplanes. This 4 engine long haul wide-body airplane has a two-deck configuration. PIA operates two variants of 747 family which includes 747-300 and 747-200 Combi. 747 Combi is so called as it has mixed pax and cargo configuration on the main deck. At present due to its capacity, 747-300 fleet is mostly deployed to cater high density requirements like carrying intending pilgrims to and from Saudi Arabia. Airbus A310The Airbus A310 is a medium to long range wide-body airplane providing a spacious interior to its travelers. PIA has deployed the A310-300 fleet on Far East, Regional as well as Domestic routes. Boeing 737The Boeing 737 is one of the world's favorite narrow-body short/medium haul jet airplane. Amongst its many credits, it has the distinction of being the most ordered and produced commercial airplane of all time and Boeing continues to manufacture its variants, to date. PIA's 737-300 aircraft mostly serve its domestic and regional routes. ATR42This modern technology turbo prop is the latest type inducted in PIA's fleet. PIA's fleet of seven ATR42-500 aircraft is configured in comfortable two class seating arrangement. This aircraft has enabled the airline to provide its valued customers the most convenient way to fly to far flung destinations of the country. The Pakistan International Airlines fleet includes the following aircraft (as of 25 August 2010):

Pakistan International Airlines Fleet

AircraftTotalOrderPassengers

(Business/Economy Plus*/Economy)NotesAirbus A310-300120184 (12/40/132)

205 (18/43/144)

205 (18/45/142)ATR 42-5007050 (10/40)Boeing 737-30060118 (0/24/94)

119 (0/27/92)Boeing 747-20010468 (0/0/468)Boeing 747-30050478 (0/30/448)Boeing777-200ER40320 (35/45/240)

329 (35/54/240)Boeing777-200LR20310 (35/60/215)Boeing777-300ER30393 (33/60/304)Total420

*Economy Plus only on domestic routes