In order to contain the second wave of Covid-19 outbreak in the country, the Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA) has directed its officials to strictly implement the Standard Operating Proce­dures (SOPs) formulated for passengers and operators of charter and private flights.

This time the PCAA has decided that pilots will make an announcement twice or thrice during the flight in both English and Urdu about the issues involved.

“Assalam-o-Alaikum. This is the captain of the aircraft. In view of spread of Covid-19, all passengers are required to ensure wearing of masks throughout the air travel. Non-compliance will result in initiation of legal actions against violators at the time of disembarkation. Thank you,” reads the text of an announcement drafted for the purpose.

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