PIA flight PK396 lands in emergency at Lahore airport

Pakistan International Airline (PIA)’s Sialkot-bound airliner was hit by thunder, but fortunately, landed safely at Lahore airport, media reported Saturday.Sources said PK396 flight was hit by lightening near Lahore an hour after taking off from Karachi’s Jinnah International Airport for Sialkot early Saturday.They said the thunder could not cause a significant damage; however, the plane’s internal electronic system was partially disturbed.With presence of mind and outstanding expertise, the pilot controlled the unexpected situation and landed the plane at Lahore airport, averting a massive tragedy, with all passengers remained safe in the incident.