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Would a dark-green aircraft be unsafe?
Not automatically. It would require compliance with the aircraft manufacturer’s approved paint and structural-temperature requirements. Dark coatings absorb more solar energy, but a professionally engineered coating system can be evaluated and certified. The viral image itself does not contain the technical data needed to judge that compliance.
Does dark paint automatically cause a large fuel penalty?
No. Paint adds weight, but the difference between liveries depends on coating formulation, thickness, number of layers and covered area. A precise fuel claim requires engineering data for the proposed system.
Should Islamabad airport be privatised?
A long-term operating concession can improve service while the government retains ownership. Security, regulation, air navigation, immigration, customs and sovereign decision-making must remain under Pakistani authority.
