PESHAWAR: The long-inactive Parachinar Airport in the Kurram district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has been successfully restored and made operational again through the joint efforts of the Pakistan Army, the Frontier Works Organization (FWO), and the Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA).
According to officials, the airport underwent significant upgrading work carried out by the FWO. Following the completion of the renovation, the Pakistan Army Aviation conducted successful landing and takeoff trial operations on April 26.
A total of six successful test landings and takeoffs were carried out to assess runway performance, safety standards, and overall operational readiness.
Authorities confirmed that the airport’s runways now meet professional aviation standards and comply with high safety requirements.
Officials added that the revival of Parachinar Airport is a major development for the region, as it is expected to improve air connectivity, emergency response capabilities, and local economic activity.
