Though Biman has completed pre-Hajj flights without leasing any aircraft, the management of the airliner has decided to lease two aircraft for ensuring smooth operation of its regular flights to other destinations on time. “Defying all the obstacles, the management of Biman has been able to complete pre-Hajj flight without leasing any aircraft,’’ he added. According to sources, Biman had to struggle a lot to operate all the pre-Hajj flights as it had no additional aircraft in its hand. Even, after completion of the pre-Hajj flight, regular flight schedule is yet to become normal. An official of Biman said: “Biman is trying to lease two Boeing-767 aircraft with over 200 passenger carrying capacity.”This year, Biman, had to cancel 20 pre-Hajj flights as Hajj agencies did not buy air tickets or book seats in time.

Source: Dhaka Tribune September 08, 2016 18:44 UTC