The UK Department for Transport (UKDfT) Aviation Security Assessment team concluded its evaluation of Islamabad International Airport, expressing satisfaction with the security measures in place for direct flights to the UK.
Hosted by Air Commodore (R) Shahid Qadir, Director Avsec of the Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA), the four-member UKDfT team thoroughly reviewed the airport’s security protocols. Their assessment included passenger, staff, baggage, and vehicle screening procedures, as well as aircraft and baggage protection measures.
The UK Department for Transport (UKDfT inspectors commended the airport’s stringent security measures aimed at ensuring safe flight operations. They noted that the entities responsible for aviation security generally adhered to UK standards.
While they provided a few recommendations for further improvements, the overall feedback was positive. During the debriefing, Gaffar, First Secretary Aviation (UKDfT) at the British High Commission, expressed gratitude for the hospitality shown by the Airport Manager and the Directorate of Avsec, PCAA.
He emphasized that such engagements would strengthen aviation ties between the UK and Pakistan. The final report of the assessment will be submitted to the PCAA within three weeks.
In appreciation of their efforts, the UKDfT team was presented with souvenirs on behalf of Secretary Aviation Capt. (R) Saif Anjum.
The UK Department for Transport (UKDfT team is scheduled to depart for the UK today.
