A Biman Bangladesh Airlines flight traveling from Dubai to Dhaka via Chattogram made a precautionary return to Shah Amanat International Airport this morning after encountering a technical issue mid-air. All 287 passengers on board are reported safe.
Flight BG 148 had initially landed safely in Chattogram at 7:15 AM (Bangladesh Standard Time). After a scheduled stopover, the flight departed for Dhaka at 8:37 AM. However, a technical fault was detected shortly after takeoff, prompting the pilots to return to Shah Amanat International Airport, where it landed safely at 8:58 AM.
“All passengers are safe, and the aircraft is currently positioned at Bay No. 8 of Shah Amanat International Airport,” Biman Bangladesh Airlines stated in a press release. Airport authorities and Biman officials are reportedly working to address the technical issue.
To minimize passenger inconvenience, Biman quickly arranged an alternative flight, BG 122, to transport the affected passengers to Dhaka. This alternative flight departed Chattogram at 10:50 AM, ensuring that the passengers could continue their journey.
Biman Bangladesh Airlines has a safety rating of 7/7 by AirlineRatings.com and has successfully passed IATA Operational Safety Audits, indicating its adherence to international safety standards. This incident highlights the airline’s commitment to passenger safety by prioritizing precautionary landings when technical issues arise.
