KARACHI: For the first time in Pakistan, a retired passenger aircraft, a Boeing 737, was transported by road from Karachi to Hyderabad on Thursday, creating an unusual sight and sparking interest among locals.
The retired Boeing 737 covered a 154-kilometer journey, carried on a specially designed truck and trailer. The transport took around two and a half hours, with the convoy moving carefully along the Karachi-Hyderabad Motorway. The aircraft, spanning 110 feet and weighing 40 tons, had its wings and tail disassembled for the trip, which are being transported separately to reduce load and avoid obstacles.
Reminiscent of Saudi Arabia’s Boeing Transport
This road transport event in Pakistan drew comparisons to a similar occurrence in Saudi Arabia, where three Boeing 777s were moved by road across the desert in September. For many, seeing such a large aircraft transported by land was an unexpected and striking experience.
Aircraft to Aid Firefighter Training in Hyderabad
Once reassembled at Hyderabad’s Civil Aviation Training Institute, the Boeing 737 will serve as a training tool for airport firefighters. “The aircraft will play a vital role in training and safety exercises,” said Hummayun Khalid, who led the project. The institute hopes this addition will enhance practical training for emergency response teams.
Traffic and Congestion on the Karachi-Hyderabad Route
The large transport convoy caused significant traffic congestion along the Karachi-Hyderabad Motorway, even though there was no official roadblock. Motorists faced delays as the convoy moved along the route. Despite the slowdown, many onlookers stopped to capture the rare sight of an aircraft being transported by road.
A Unique Moment in Pakistani Aviation History
The overland transportation of an aircraft is a first in Pakistan’s aviation history and reflects innovative approaches in the country’s training infrastructure. This unusual transport event underscores Pakistan’s commitment to enhancing aviation safety and emergency response training through practical tools and methods.
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