A government-owned aircraft operated by the Punjab government has gone off public flight tracking systems following a recent trip to Vienna, sparking concerns over transparency and the use of state resources.
The aircraft, identified as a Gulfstream G500, was previously visible on widely used flight monitoring platforms. However, it is now marked as “private,” restricting public access to key details such as flight routes, duration, and scheduling.
The development comes shortly after the jet returned from Vienna. Reports indicate that the aircraft remained stationed in Lahore for nearly a week before its tracking data was limited from public view.
Aviation tracking services typically allow aircraft owners or operators to request privacy settings, a feature commonly used for private or sensitive operations. However, the move has drawn scrutiny due to the jet’s status as a government-owned asset.
With the aircraft no longer traceable through public systems, there is currently no visibility into its future movements, destinations, or return timelines. The lack of accessible data has raised broader questions regarding accountability and transparency in the utilization of official resources.
The situation has intensified public debate over oversight mechanisms and the need for clearer policies governing the use of government-owned aircraft in Pakistan.
