Biman Bangladesh Airlines has announced a temporary suspension of its Dhaka-Sylhet-Manchester route, effective from March 1, 2026. The airline cited fleet shortages, operational pressure, and economic inefficiency as the main reasons behind the decision. According to a press release issued on Thursday, the Manchester route is currently not profitable, and the long-haul flights occupy aircraft for several days, creating additional strain on fleet management.
The airline explained that during the Hajj season, it must operate extra flights to transport large numbers of passengers within a limited time, requiring adjustments to other routes. Due to high demand on Middle Eastern routes, particularly from expatriate workers and Umrah travelers, Biman decided to allocate its limited wide-body Boeing 787 and 777 aircraft to more viable destinations. Routine maintenance, engine overhauls, and a global crew shortage have further intensified operational challenges.
To ease passenger inconvenience, Biman has increased London route frequency to five flights per week and offered ticket refunds or rerouting via London without extra charges. The airline stated that new aircraft procurement and crew recruitment are underway, and the Manchester route may resume once capacity improves.
স্টাফ রিপোর্টার প্রকাশ : ২২ জানুয়ারি ২০২৬, ১২: ৪০আপডেট : ২২ জানুয়ারি ২০২৬, ১২: ৪৮ স্টাফ রিপোর্টার বহরের সংকট, অপারেশনাল চাপ এবং অর্থনৈতিক অকার্যকারিতার কারণে ঢাকা-সিলেট-ম্যানচেস্টার রুটে ফ্লাইট পরিচালনা সাময়িকভাবে স্থগিত করার সিদ্ধান্ত নিয়েছে বিমান
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