KARACHI, June 1: The Pakistan International Airlines has started special flights to Dubai offering reduced fare from Wednesday. According to a press release, PIA Chairman Tariq Kirmani inaugurated the maiden flight at the Quaid-i-Azam International Airport and saw off the first group of passengers.

Speaking on the occasion, he appreciated the efforts of all the departments for the successful launch of the special flight.

He said that the management and all the employees would have to work hard to improve the services which would contribute to the improvement of the image and perception of the national flag carrier.

The chairman also directed senior executives to come up with similar kind of competitive offers on other international routes.

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