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Princess Flavia — Profile of a Pakistani Female Flight Attendant Personal Background Name: Princess Flavia Nationality: Pakistani Age at Time of Death: 26 years old Religion/Ethnic Background: Christian (her funeral was held in a Christian cemetery in Karachi) Princess Flavia was not royalty in the political sense — “Princess” was part of her name and family identity, not a title. Education She completed her Intermediate education (equivalent to high school). After that, she earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree from a government college in Karachi. Aside from this general milestone, there are no publicly available records about her schooling institution names, fields of specialization, academic achievements, or any higher education beyond the BSc. Career in Aviation Early Career Princess Flavia first worked as a flight attendant with Shaheen Air for about two and a half years. After that, she joined Bhoja Air as an air hostess. Work Ethic and Passion She was fond of flying and travel, and was passionate about being on international flights. Despite family concerns about the risks involved in aviation work, she pursued her career with determination. At one point she even postponed her own wedding plans in favor of focusing on her profession. Other Activities Flavia appeared in some modelling work, including advertising for a pharmaceutical company with her brother. She was offered modelling opportunities for a lawn fashion campaign, though her family discouraged her from taking it to focus on her aviation career. Tragic Death Princess Flavia died in a plane crash: Incident: The crash of a Bhoja Air Boeing 737 near Rawalpindi in April 2012 claimed 127 lives, including Princess Flavia’s. Role: She was serving as a flight attendant on that flight. Her funeral took place at St. Anthony’s Church, Karachi, and she was laid to rest in the Christians’ Cemetery (Gora Qabristan) on Sharea Faisal. Summary Category Details Full Name Princess Flavia Nationality Pakistani Education Intermediate + BSc (government college) Career Flight attendant (Shaheen Air → Bhoja Air) Modelling Work Some freelance / advertisement roles Death Killed in the Bhoja Air plane crash (2012) Legacy Remembered for her ambition and commitment to aviation

Momi Gul Durrani – Complete Profile Full Name: Momina Gul DurraniNative Name: مومی گل درانیLifespan: 1938 – May 20, 1965Nationality: Pakistani (British Indian at birth before 1947)Occupation: Flight attendant (Air hostess), Model, Cultural IconKnown For: Being the iconic “Face of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA)” during the airline’s Golden Age. Early Life & Family Background Birthplace: Karachi, then part of British India (now Pakistan). Momi Gul Durrani was born into a Farsi-speaking Durrani family of Afghan royal descent that had moved from Afghanistan to Saharanpur and Amritsar before finally settling in Pakistan. Her family was respected and culturally prominent. She had two sisters, and one of them — Qandeel Gul — later married the famous Pakistani music composer Sohail Rana (making Momi his sister-in-law). Note: There is no verified public record of her exact schooling institutions or degrees — typical for many individuals of that era whose early life pre-dated widespread digital documentation. Career Highlights 📍 Joining PIA Momi began her career as a flight attendant with Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) at the age of 21. This was during the “Golden Age” of PIA under Air Marshal Nur Khan’s leadership, when the airline became globally renowned. The “Face of PIA” Renowned for her elegance, poise, and beauty, Momi became the central figure in PIA’s marketing and promotional campaigns. Her photos were featured on PIA calendars, posters, and promotional print media around the world. She came to personify the airline’s brand of sophistication, hospitality, and global professionalism. Service with Jacqueline Kennedy One of the most notable highlights of her career was serving on a Boeing 720B flight that carried U.S. First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy during her goodwill tour of Pakistan in March 1962. Momi Gul Durrani presented a bouquet to Mrs. Kennedy upon arrival at London Heathrow. The First Lady reportedly praised the service, and PIA used her remark in marketing materials. Personal Life Momi Gul was known personally as cheerful, dignified, and commanding respect like a princess in any gathering. Belonging to a culturally rich family, she was admired not just for beauty but for professionalism and humility. Final Flight & Death On May 20, 1965, Momi Gul Durrani died in the tragic crash of PIA Flight PK705 near Cairo, Egypt. The flight was an inaugural/chartered service from Karachi to London via Cairo. She had been called in at the last minute to replace another flight attendant and was aboard when the plane crashed on approach to Cairo International Airport. She was only 27 years old at the time of her death. Legacy Momi Gul Durrani’s influence extended far beyond her physical life: Cultural Icon She became a symbol of the high professional standards and international image of Pakistan’s national airline during its prime. Popular Culture In the 1970s, PIA released a doll modeled in her likeness, dressed in the signature PIA uniform. Historical Recognition Archival footage and documentaries about PIA’s history often feature her as a key personality of that era. Summary Aspect Detail Name Momi Gul Durrani Birth Karachi, 1938 Career PIA Flight Attendant & Model Key Recognition Face of PIA in 1950s–60s Notable Moment Served on flight with Jacqueline Kennedy Death Died in PIA Flight PK705 crash, 1965 Legacy Cultural icon of Pakistan’s aviation history

Marium Mukhtiar (Shaheed) 🔹 Background Born 1992 in Karachi. Commissioned officer in the Pakistan Air Force. 🔹 Achievement One of Pakistan’s first female fighter pilots. In November 2015, became the first female fighter pilot of Pakistan to be martyred in the line of duty after a training aircraft crash. 🔹 Honors Awarded Tamgha-e-Basalat (Medal of Good Conduct & Bravery). Nationally honored for courage and service. 🔹 Education Studied at PAF College Lower Topa. Completed fighter pilot training at PAF Academy Risalpur.

Minelle Faruqi 🔹 Overview From Karachi. Became one of the youngest commercial pilots in Pakistan, earning her commercial pilot license at 18 years old. 🔹 Significance Represents the new generation of young female aviators. Inspirational figure for youth pursuing aviation careers.

Mehwish Anwar 🔹 Achievement (2023) Became the first female Flying Spanner Engineer at Pakistan International Airlines. 🔹 Role Flying Spanner Engineers travel with aircraft to handle technical troubleshooting at foreign stations. Traditionally a male-dominated technical field. 🔹 Significance Broke gender barriers in aviation engineering and aircraft maintenance operations.

Dr. Shahnaz Laghari 🔹 Distinction Recognized as the first Pakistani female pilot to fly wearing a hijab. Entered the Guinness World Records for this milestone. 🔹 Education Holds a doctorate (hence “Dr.”). Completed aviation training and pilot certification. 🔹 Significance Promoted representation of visibly Muslim women in aviation. Advocated for women empowerment in professional sectors.

Maryam Masood & Erum Masood 🔹 Overview Sisters who made history flying Boeing 777 aircraft simultaneously for Pakistan International Airlines. 🔹 Achievements Among the few sisters globally to operate wide-body aircraft professionally. Operated challenging routes including Islamabad–Gilgit, considered one of the most technically demanding routes due to mountainous terrain. 🔹 Aircraft Flew the Boeing 777, a long-haul wide-body aircraft. 🔹 Significance Demonstrated Pakistani women’s capability in handling advanced long-haul aircraft. Recognized internationally for sibling achievement in aviation. 🔹 Family & Education Belong to a Karachi-based family. Both completed advanced commercial pilot training and type ratings for Boeing 777. Detailed private family information is not publicly available.

Ayesha Rabia Naveed 🔹 Milestones In 2005, became the first Pakistani woman to captain a scheduled commercial passenger flight. In 2006, led PIA’s first all-women crew flight for Pakistan International Airlines. 🔹 Career Senior captain at PIA. Flew commercial passenger aircraft on domestic and international routes. 🔹 Significance Marked a historic shift in airline command roles traditionally held by men. Played a key role in normalizing female cockpit leadership in Pakistan. 🔹 Family & Education Completed professional flight training and aviation certifications required by Pakistan’s Civil Aviation Authority. Personal family details are not publicly disclosed.  

Shukriya Khanum 🔹 Overview Recognized as Pakistan’s first female commercial pilot Obtained her commercial pilot license in July 1959 🔹 Career Qualified to fly commercial aircraft but was not permitted to operate commercial passenger flights due to gender restrictions of that era. Worked as a flight instructor, training future pilots. 🔹 Significance Broke gender barriers in aviation in the 1950s. Became a symbol of inspiration for later generations of Pakistani women pilots. 🔹 Family & Education Detailed public records of her family background and formal education are limited. She completed formal aviation training to obtain a commercial pilot license in Pakistan.