In February 1960, Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) secured a wet lease agreement with Pan American Airlines, acquiring a Boeing 707. This pioneering move saw the aircraft making its debut on the Karachi-London route on 7 March 1960.
Notably, during its initial operations, the Boeing 707 was flown by Pan Am pilots, highlighting a collaborative effort between the two airlines. This historic milestone solidified PIA's position as the trailblazer among Asian airlines, as it became the first in the region to introduce and commercially operate a jet aircraft within its fleet.
Notably, during its initial operations, the Boeing 707 was flown by Pan Am pilots, highlighting a collaborative effort between the two airlines. This historic milestone solidified PIA's position as the trailblazer among Asian airlines, as it became the first in the region to introduce and commercially operate a jet aircraft within its fleet.