In a welcome development for stranded passengers, Pakistan’s Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has issued Serene Air a temporary two-week flight authorization. This special approval enables the airline to operate rescue flights specifically for Pakistani citizens stuck in Saudi Arabia after the carrier’s recent operational suspension.
The airline faced a complete grounding earlier this month when regulatory authorities declared its entire fleet unserviceable, resulting in the suspension of its Air Operator Certificate (AOC). While this meant normal operations had to halt immediately, the CAA’s temporary relief measure acknowledges the urgent need to assist affected travelers.
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This limited approval provides a crucial window for Serene Air to bring stranded passengers home while simultaneously working to address the regulatory requirements for full operational restoration. The airline has confirmed it’s actively working to return its aircraft to serviceable condition and meet all safety standards. Passengers and authorities have been assured that normal operations will resume as quickly as possible, though the timeline remains uncertain.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What does this temporary approval mean for stranded passengers?
Serene Air can now operate special flights for two weeks specifically to repatriate Pakistani passengers stranded in Saudi Arabia. - Why was Serene Air’s operations suspended?
The airline’s entire fleet was declared unserviceable, leading to the suspension of its Air Operator Certificate by aviation authorities. - How long will this temporary flight permission last?
The special authorization is valid for two weeks from its issuance date. - Will Serene Air resume normal operations after this period?
The airline is working to restore its aircraft and meet regulatory requirements, but full operational restoration depends on regulatory approval. - What should affected passengers do now?
Stranded passengers should monitor official Serene Air channels and contact the airline directly for information about rescue flights.
