Shaheen Air International (SAI) inducted a new aircraft Airbus A319 in its fleet at a ceremony held here on Thursday. Speaking on the occasion, SAI chairman Kashif Sehbai said: "This is a momentous day for the Shaheen Air family as we unveil our new brand identity. It is not only an embodiment of our zealous values, but is also a front-runner to a promising future. With this new aircraft, we are poised to become stronger and thrive in this intensely competitive airline industry."
Shaheen Air began its journey as Pakistan's first private airline 24 years ago. It was the first airline to earn the privilege of being honoured as Pakistan's second national carrier. With 25 planes in its fleet, it is the country's largest private carrier, flying to seven local and 13 international destinations.
The new jet is first-in-line to don the new livery of Shaheen Air. It comes powered with technological advancements and offers more comfort to passengers. With its inclusion, the company aims to redefine its mission of providing a cost-effective and secure air travel option for travellers, the SAI chief added.