Recent social media reports of a passenger plane overturning at a Pakistani airport on 18 February 2025 have sparked concerns, but officials confirm **no such incident occurred in Pakistan on this date**. However, two aviation events from neighboring dates have contributed to the confusion:
### 1. **PIA Flight Narrowly Avoids Disaster After Bird Strike**
On **18 February 2025**, a Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) Airbus A320 operating Flight PK-203 from Lahore to Dubai encountered a critical emergency shortly after takeoff. A bird strike damaged one of the engines, forcing the pilot to request an emergency landing at Lahore Airport. The skilled handling by the crew ensured the safe landing of all 150 passengers, with no injuries reported. A technical team has been dispatched to inspect the engine for damage.
### 2. **Delta Flight Crash in Canada Sparks Misinformation**
A day earlier, on **17 February 2025**, Delta Connection Flight 4819, operated by Endeavor Air, crashed upon landing at Toronto Pearson International Airport. The Bombardier CRJ900LR aircraft flipped upside down on the runway amid heavy winds and snow, injuring 18 passengers. While this incident occurred in Canada, viral footage of the overturned plane led to speculation about a similar event in Pakistan.
### Context of Aviation Incidents in Pakistan
While no overturning incident was reported in Pakistan on 18 February, the country’s aviation sector has faced recent challenges:
- **Hydraulic Failure on PIA Flight (September 2024)**: A Dubai-bound PIA flight experienced a mid-air hydraulic malfunction but landed safely after pilots resolved the issue .
- **Karachi Airport Explosion (October 2024)**: A terrorist attack near Jinnah International Airport killed two Chinese engineers, highlighting security concerns .
### Official Statements
The Pakistan Airport Authority (PAA) reiterated that all airports are operating normally, dismissing rumors of delays or disruptions . PIA also emphasized its commitment to passenger safety following the 18 February bird strike incident .
### Conclusion
Authorities urge the public to verify information through official channels. While Pakistan’s aviation sector continues to navigate operational and security challenges, the reported plane overturn on 18 February appears to be a case of misattribution linked to the Delta crash in Canada.
*Stay updated with verified news sources for further developments.*
Post by sufyan Arshad
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