Overview
- Air traffic control alerted the crew that the aircraft was aligned with closed Runway 28L and instructed a go-around, after which the Boeing 777 landed safely on Runway 28R.
- Officials note a NOTAM had closed 28L for repairs with 28R designated for landings at Islamabad International Airport.
- Flight-tracking data cited in reports shows touchdown at 5:13 pm, roughly an hour after the scheduled 4:05 pm arrival.
- The Pakistan Airports Authority has taken notice and begun a review, emphasizing the manoeuvre was a standard, non‑emergency safety action.
- Some outlets report workers and vehicles were on 28L and differ on the flight number (SV728 versus SV278), details the PAA has not independently confirmed.