Biman Bangladesh Airlines Takes Delivery of Direct Purchase B737-800

Biman Bangladesh Airlines has taken delivery of its first direct-purchase Next-Generation Boeing 737-800 as part of the country’s national airline’s fleet modernization plan.

As part of the first phase of its fleet modernization plan, the Dhaka-based airline currently operates a total of six Boeing 777s and two Next-Generation 737-800s.

With this delivery, Biman Bangladesh Airlines adds one additional 737-800 and has four 787 Dreamliners on order.

“We are extremely satisfied with the Next-Generation 737-800 which has earned a worldwide reputation for its reliability and operational efficiency,” said Kyle Haywood, Managing Director & CEO, Biman Bangladesh Airlines. “Biman Bangladesh is on target to expand and modernize its fleet as well as offer our passengers a superior onboard experience.”