In a proactive move to reinforce its unweaving commitment to passenger safety, Biman Bangladesh Airlines has launched an extensive series of precautionary inspections across its entire fleet of Boeing 787 Dreamliner’s.
This decisive action comes in the wake of a recent incident involving an Air India Boeing 787-8, demonstrating Biman’s dedication to operational excellence and stringent safety protocols.
While investigation into the Air India accident tragically occurred on June 12th near Ahmedabad, are ongoing. Biman’s engineering division has promptly initiated a comprehensive assessment of vital systems on all six of its Boeing 787 aircraft. These rigorous checks encompass critical areas such as engine fuel systems, electronic engine control, electrical power, and hydraulics, air conditioning, and flight control systems. The national flag carrier has also completed through power assurance checks on its engines, ensuring peak performance capability.
Biman officials affirmed the airline’s readiness to swiftly implement any additional maintenance directives that may be issued by aircraft manufacturer Boeing once the investigation into the Air India incident is concluded. This forward-thinking approach underscores Biman’s collaborative spirit and its meticulous adherence to a robust Aircraft Maintenance Programme, which is officially approved by the Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh (CAAB).
This program, based on Boeing’s comprehensive guidelines, outlines specific tasks, schedules and procedures meticulously followed by certified engineers. All maintenance activities are conducted under the expert supervision of type-rated engineers. All maintenance activities are conducted under the expert supervision of type-rated engineers, ensuring precision and compliance with Boeing’s official manuals.
Furthermore, Biman is leveraging cutting-edge technology to enhance safety. The airline utilizes advanced real-time monitoring systems, including Air-craft Health Management and Engine Health Management, to continuously track the condition of its fleet. This proactive system allows for early detection of potential issues, facilitating preventive maintenance planning before any concerns can arise, thereby minimize risks and maximizing operational reliability.
Biman Bangladesh Airlines remains dedicated to ensuring the highest levels of flight safety and passenger satisfaction, “a statement from the airline reiterated, by taking swift and through action, Biman is not only upholding international safety standards but also reaffirming its primary focus on the well-being and confidence of its valued passengers.