Mohammad Shafiq Obituary (1937–2026): Aviation Professional and Educator

Mohammad Shafiq (1937–2026), a veteran aviation professional, educator and former member of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), passed away in Dubai on November 4, 2026, following a brief illness. His life was dedicated to aviation, education and family.

Born in Amritsar, British India, Mr. Shafiq witnessed the momentous events surrounding the creation of Pakistan and subsequently contributed to the development of its institutions.

One of the first graduates of the Institute of Business Administration (IBA), Karachi, he embarked on a distinguished career with Pakistan International Airlines, serving the national flag carrier for more than 30 years. He also spent nearly a decade on deputation with Libyan Airlines in Tripoli, Libya.

Throughout his aviation career, Mr. Shafiq maintained a strong commitment to professional training and the transfer of knowledge. After retiring from PIA, he joined Iqra University in Karachi as an educator and later continued teaching in Lahore. His transition from aviation to academia reflected his enduring belief in education, professional discipline and lifelong learning.

Beyond his professional and academic pursuits, Mr. Shafiq was an avid reader, a chess enthusiast and a man with a witty sense of humour. A devoted family man, he was predeceased by his wife, who passed away six years earlier.

He is survived by two daughters, Maira and Saima; two sons, Omer and Ali; seven grandchildren, Ateeb, Hamza, Arsalan, Daud, Sofia, Zoya and Adam; and a sister and a brother.

Mr. Shafiq’s life spanned remarkable changes in the subcontinent and beyond. His legacy lives on through his family, the institutions he served, and the generations of students and professionals who benefited from his knowledge and experience.

May Allah Almighty grant him eternal peace and the highest place in Jannat-ul-Firdous. Ameen.