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Bangladesh's national flag carrier connecting the world.
Founded
1972
Headquarters
Dhaka, Bangladesh
Biman Bangladesh Airlines is the national flag carrier of Bangladesh, wholly owned by the Government of Bangladesh. Founded in 1972 shortly after the country's independence, it operates international and domestic routes connecting Dhaka to destinations across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and North America.
The airline is headquartered in Dhaka and operates primarily out of Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. Over the decades, Biman has undergone significant fleet modernization efforts, introducing Boeing 787 Dreamliners to replace aging aircraft and improve operational efficiency.
Despite its strategic importance to Bangladesh's connectivity, Biman has historically faced challenges related to financial losses, operational inefficiencies, and competition from Gulf carriers. The airline continues to serve as a vital link for the Bangladeshi diaspora and migrant workers traveling to the Middle East and Southeast Asia.
Hubs & network
Biman's primary hub is Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) in Dhaka, with a secondary hub at Shah Amanat International Airport (CGP) in Chittagong.
Fleet
Biman operates a fleet primarily consisting of Boeing 787-8 Dreamliners, Boeing 737-800s, and Bombardier Dash 8 Q400 turboprops for domestic and regional routes.
Notable facts
- ›Biman Bangladesh Airlines was established on January 4, 1972, just weeks after Bangladesh gained independence in 1971.
- ›The airline is 100% owned by the Government of Bangladesh.
- ›Biman became a public limited company in 2007 under the Biman Bangladesh Airlines Act.
- ›The airline operates one of the longest-serving routes to London Heathrow among South Asian carriers.
- ›Biman has faced recurring financial difficulties and has received government bailouts on multiple occasions.
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