Another PIA staffer disappears mysteriously in Canada

Another incident of a Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) crew member allegedly disappearing abroad has surfaced, this time involving a senior flight attendant who vanished during a layover in Canada, reported 24NewsHD TV channel on Friday.

The airline says the matter is being investigated, with disciplinary action expected if wrongdoing is confirmed.

PIA officials said Asif Najam, a senior flight attendant, has allegedly gone missing after operating a flight from Lahore to Toronto on November 16. He was scheduled to return to Lahore on a November 19 flight but failed to report for duty.

According to the PIA spokesperson, Najam disappeared from the hotel sometime between November 16 and 19.

When airline officials attempted to contact him, Najam reportedly claimed he was unwell, the spokesperson said. However, the airline has not yet received official verification of his medical condition.

PIA has stated that the incident is under review, and authorities are working to determine whether the disappearance was deliberate.

The PIA spokesperson confirmed that an internal investigation is ongoing. “If the air hostess is found to have disappeared illegally, strict departmental action will be taken,” the spokesperson noted.

Reporter: Saeed Ahmad Saeed