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Bangladesh Ditches Airbus, Signs Major Boeing Deal for 14 Aircraft

Bangladesh has signed an agreement to purchase 14 aircraft from US manufacturer Boeing, marking a shift away from European planemaker Airbus, according to Beyond Time News.

The deal is aimed at modernising the fleet of Biman Bangladesh Airlines and expanding capacity to meet growing passenger demand.

Aircraft Order Details

Under the agreement, Boeing will supply:

  • 10 Boeing 787 Dreamliners
  • 4 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft

The order is estimated to be worth around $3.7 billion at list prices, although the official value has not been disclosed.

Fleet Expansion Plan

The Dreamliner portion of the order includes:

  • 8 Boeing 787-10 aircraft
  • 2 Boeing 787-9 aircraft

This is the first time Biman Bangladesh Airlines has ordered the 787-10 variant.

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Delivery Schedule

Officials said the aircraft will be delivered in phases, though no timeline has been announced.

The new fleet is expected to strengthen long-haul operations and improve overall airline capacity.

Conclusion

The Boeing deal marks a major step in Bangladesh’s aviation expansion strategy, supporting fleet modernisation and increased international connectivity, according to Beyond Time News.

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