Biman Bangladesh Airlines plans to lease two aircraft within the next few months. The national carrier faces a severe shortage of planes that limits its ability to serve passengers. Managing Director Shafiqur Rahman announced the decision during a workshop at company headquarters. Global aircraft makers cannot deliver new planes before 2031.
Both Airbus and Boeing have sent purchase proposals to the airline. A technical committee reviews their offers for wide-body and narrow-body aircraft. The company needs immediate solutions to handle current passenger demand. Direct contact with aircraft leasing companies offers faster results than waiting for new deliveries.
The airline cannot launch new flight routes because it lacks enough aircraft. Passenger demand continues to grow faster than the fleet can expand. Rahman explained that financial problems force difficult decisions about existing services. The Dhaka-Narita route will stop operating from July 1 due to poor profits.
Biman prepares several new projects despite current challenges. The carrier will handle ground operations at the third terminal of Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. International flights from Cox's Bazar Airport represent another expansion plan. Management also works to reduce corruption and improve operations across the organization.
The aircraft shortage affects airlines worldwide as manufacturers struggle with production delays. Biman joins many carriers seeking temporary lease agreements to bridge the gap. The company must balance passenger needs with financial reality until new aircraft become available.
Both Airbus and Boeing have sent purchase proposals to the airline. A technical committee reviews their offers for wide-body and narrow-body aircraft. The company needs immediate solutions to handle current passenger demand. Direct contact with aircraft leasing companies offers faster results than waiting for new deliveries.
The airline cannot launch new flight routes because it lacks enough aircraft. Passenger demand continues to grow faster than the fleet can expand. Rahman explained that financial problems force difficult decisions about existing services. The Dhaka-Narita route will stop operating from July 1 due to poor profits.
Biman prepares several new projects despite current challenges. The carrier will handle ground operations at the third terminal of Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. International flights from Cox's Bazar Airport represent another expansion plan. Management also works to reduce corruption and improve operations across the organization.
The aircraft shortage affects airlines worldwide as manufacturers struggle with production delays. Biman joins many carriers seeking temporary lease agreements to bridge the gap. The company must balance passenger needs with financial reality until new aircraft become available.
