LAHORE – The Punjab government’s shiny new luxury jet, the Gulfstream G500, continues to make headlines on the tarmac of Allama Iqbal International Airport. At first, few people paid attention until reports emerged that millions more dollars might be needed to keep the aircraft operational.
The jet has become the center of a heated debate, with reports that taxpayers may have to pay an extra 861.5 million rupees just to keep the aircraft flying. Authorities are said to be seeking additional funding for operations and maintenance, and insurance costs are expected to soar.
Sources claim that an additional Rs497.8 million may be needed for operational programs and subscriptions. The government plans to further increase costs by hiring more technical personnel such as mechanics and aircraft experts. There is criticism that maintenance and service costs have already risen, raising questions about whether public funds are being used wisely.
The story first emerged in a detailed report discussed on news channels where the acquisition of the luxury jet was discussed. According to aviation sources, the Punjab government has purchased US-registered Gulfstream G500s worth around Rs1 billion. It is known that it remains in Allama Iqbal International Airport After approximately 40 days of refurbishment, the first domestic flight will begin on February 6th. Multan.
Manufactured in 2019 gulfstream aerospaceLong-range luxury jets are designed for high-profile government and business use. Flight logs show that the aircraft later operated under the call sign “Punjab Two” and flew from Lahore next. Quetta and I’m sorry. These domestic operations have sparked debate about whether these advanced aircraft are needed at a time when public services are facing funding shortages.
According to manufacturer data, the Gulfstream G500 can travel more than 8,000 km at a time at speeds of up to 1,000 km/h and comfortably accommodate 13 passengers. The new model could be worth up to $4.5 million, but taxpayers are now expected to foot the huge cost of running it.
Amid the uproar over the luxury plane controversy in Punjab, another luxury jet has landed in Pakistan.
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