Pakistan 1965 First Flight Cover, Karachi to Moscow
Pakistan · 1965 · 15 Paisa & 50 Paisa
This is a First Flight Cover (FFC) commemorating the inaugural Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) flight from Karachi to Moscow on April 10, 1965. The cover features two definitive stamps: the 15 Paisa stamp depicting a map of Pakistan and the 50 Paisa stamp showing the national flag. A special pictorial cancellation mark for the event is applied.
This flight marked a significant step in Pakistan's international relations during the Cold War, establishing a direct air link with the Soviet Union and highlighting PIA's expanding global network.
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Photogravure
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