By Syed Khalid Mahmood
(Pakistan News & Features Services)
Aslam R Khan, acclaimed as one of the pillars of the aviation industry in Pakistan besides being a great supporter of golf, passed away in Karachi on June 19. His dedication and professionalism had made him one of the most revered personalities.
An avid golfer, he was elected as the President of the Sindh Golf Association (SGA) and later also became the Vice President of the Pakistan Golf Federation (PGF). He was extremely popular in the golfing circles.
He was credited to have rendered distinguished services to the game of golf in Pakistan and played a pivotal role in the development and promotion of the sport through his leadership and farsightedness.
Beyond the golf course, Aslam R Khan, popularly known as Khan Saheb, was serving as a nominated Director and Chairman of the Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) board since March 2024.
He was hailed as a corporate aviation veteran with over three decades of multi-faceted airline experience. He had started his career with Lufthansa before moving on to PIA where he held senior positions both in Pakistan and abroad.
He held the important position of Managing Director of PIA before becoming the Chairman of its board. He also remained the Managing Director of PIA Investments Limited for 14 years, with the achievement of 700 USD successful turnaround of the Roosevelt Hotel in New York City, transforming it into a highly profitable asset.
