The Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) has initiated several major infrastructure projects to upgrade the country’s aviation facilities, including the expansion of Dera Ghazi Khan Airport’s runway and feasibility studies for a new Sukkur International Airport.
Chairing the monthly DG PAA E-Kachehri session, Deputy Director General Sameer Saeed said that the runway at DG Khan Airport will be extended to 3,000 meters in length and 45 meters in width, with construction expected to be completed by December 2026.
He further revealed that feasibility studies are currently underway for the establishment of Sukkur International Airport, alongside considerations to upgrade the existing facility to meet international standards.
The meeting, attended by senior officials from commercial, human resources, operations, Simulation Quality Management System (SQMS), and planning and development departments, reviewed ongoing projects and addressed passenger service concerns across multiple airports.
The Deputy DG Works and Development clarified that Dera Ghazi Khan and Hyderabad airports are fully operational, but flight operations depend on airlines’ commercial decisions.
During the session, participants also discussed passenger complaints regarding baggage wrapping, loss of valuables, airline refunds, and staff conduct. Additional issues, such as unlicensed forklift operations, parking charges, and passenger difficulties at Peshawar, Islamabad, and Sialkot airports, were also highlighted for prompt resolution.
