Abdul Sattar Edhi honoured as CAA approves special aircraft registration

Edhi Foundation’s new air ambulance aircraft gets registration linked to Abdul Sattar Edhi. File photo
Edhi Foundation’s new air ambulance aircraft gets registration linked to Abdul Sattar Edhi. File photo
Published October 23, 2026 07:08 PM | Updated at October 23, 2026 07:08 PM
(Web Desk): The Abdul Sattar Edhi aircraft registration has been approved by the Civil Aviation Authority as a tribute to the renowned humanitarian.

The Edhi Foundation’s newly purchased aircraft for its air ambulance service has been registered under the code AP-ASE. The registration honours Abdul Sattar Edhi, who devoted his life to helping people in need.

Civil Aviation approves special registration

The Edhi Foundation had requested the Director General of Civil Aviation to register the new aircraft in Abdul Sattar Edhi’s name. The authority approved the request and completed the aircraft’s registration.

The aircraft was purchased for the foundation’s air ambulance service. The special registration code AP-ASE connects the plane with the name of the late humanitarian.

AP-ASE registration displayed on aircraft

Following approval from the Civil Aviation Authority, the Edhi Foundation had the registration number painted on the aircraft. The move formally displays the approved code on the new plane.

The registration is intended as a tribute to Abdul Sattar Edhi and his humanitarian services. The aircraft will support the foundation’s air ambulance operations.

Tribute to a renowned humanitarian

Abdul Sattar Edhi was widely known for his lifelong work helping people regardless of their background. The Edhi Foundation continues to provide humanitarian and emergency services in Pakistan.

Naming the aircraft registration after Edhi is a way to keep his legacy alive. The initiative also highlights the foundation’s efforts to expand its emergency assistance services.

Suno News obtains registration images

Suno News obtained photographs showing the registration of the Edhi Foundation’s new aircraft under the code AP-ASE. The images show the registration painted on the plane following approval from the Civil Aviation Authority.

The new registration marks a tribute to the humanitarian whose name is closely associated with public service. The aircraft is intended for the foundation’s air ambulance operations.

The special registration is a tribute to Abdul Sattar Edhi’s services to humanity. The new aircraft may also help the foundation strengthen its emergency medical support, depending on how it is deployed.

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