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Air Astra adds second brand new ATR 72-600

Published: Thursday, August 20, 2026

Air Astra has taken delivery of its second brand-new ATR 72-600 aircraft, taking the Bangladeshi private carrier’s fleet to five aircraft as it expand...

Trophy unveiled, domestic and foreign airlines set for football showdown from July 3

Published: Wednesday, July 01, 2026

The captains' meeting, trophy unveiling and fixture draw for the inaugural International Airlines Football Championship (AFC) 2026 were held today, Wednesday, at Crowne Plaza Dhaka Gulshan.Held under...

Air Astra adds 5th aircraft to fleet, plans two more by July

Published: Sunday, May 31, 2026

Private airline Air Astra has added another aircraft to its fleet, increasing its total number of aircraft to five. The carrier has also announced plans to gradually induct two more aircraft by July t...

We’re ready to fly abroad - Imran Asif, CEO, Air Astra

Published: Sunday, May 17, 2026

As Bangladesh’s aviation sector enters a new phase of accelerated growth, driven by rising passenger demand, expanding airport infrastructure, and growing international connectivity, the country’s pri...

Biman subsidy fuels debate among private airlines

Published: Wednesday, April 01, 2026

Private airlines have raised concerns over state-run Biman Bangladesh Airlines (Biman) receiving subsidies that allow it to maintain lower fares despite unprecedented jet fuel price increases, creatin...

Airlines slam jet fuel hike decision

Published: Tuesday, March 24, 2026

Bangladesh’s aviation operators today strongly protested the sudden jet fuel price hike to Tk 202.29 per litre, warning of severe financial strain and possible suspension of domestic flights if the de...

Air Astra hires MT Operator for driving

Published: Friday, February 20, 2026

Air Astra has published a recruitment notice. The privately owned passenger airline is seeking to hire personnel for the position of MT Operator (Driver).Applications have been open since February 18,...