Quote: “I still think Shaheen Air or Airblue are a possiblity. I have contacted both via Facebook and the response from both was quite simple, "We'll keep you updated for any official announcements". I presume that both airlines are talking to BHX, but what they could provide is a non-stop service to Karachi or Lahore which we haven't had in, what, 10 years (when PIA used to use BHX for their transatlantic flights)? If a 772 can make it from Delhi, then an A332 should be a decent option (even without the need of a runway extension). If anyone hears anything let us know”
Expect that these routes would be mostly VFR business looking for low fares, not many first and business class pax. Maybe in the present conditions these routes are not sustainable, especially as EKand TK could have much of this business sown up.