PIA’s Boeing 777 Windshield Broke Again, Plane Grounded Jeddah

PIA’s Boeing 777 windshield broke again, forcing the aircraft to be grounded at Jeddah Airport. This incident has raised concerns about the airline’s fleet maintenance and safety standards, as it marks the second time this particular aircraft has faced windshield issues within a few days.

According to sources, the Boeing 777 was immediately grounded at Jeddah after the windshield cracked. Reports indicate that the replacement windshield had been installed only a few days earlier, but it was a temporary measure rather than a brand-new part.

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Earlier, the same aircraft’s windshield broke at 34,000 feet during a flight from Lahore to Jeddah, carrying 344 passengers. Fortunately, no one was injured during the incident, but it caused significant alarm among passengers and crew.

Sources revealed that instead of installing a new windshield, an old windshield from another grounded aircraft was used for replacement. High-speed tape was also applied to secure it, but the windshield still cracked on the third day of service.

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Experts say that PIA’s Boeing 777 windshield broke again highlights the deteriorating condition of the airline’s fleet and the shortage of spare parts. Engineers’ concerns about maintenance issues are proving correct, and immediate action is needed to ensure passenger safety.