Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner aircraft. Photo: Biman

DHAKA, June 17, 2025 (BSS) - In the wake of a recent mishap involving an Air 
India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, Biman Bangladesh Airlines has initiated a 
series of precautionary inspections across its entire Dreamliner fleet to 
ensure safety and operational integrity.

The national flag carrier said in a statement today that although the cause 
of the Air India accident is still under investigation, Biman's Engineering 
Division has proactively launched a comprehensive assessment of critical 
systems in its Boeing 787 aircraft. 

These include the engine fuel system, electronic engine control, electrical 
power, hydraulics, air conditioning and flight control systems.

In addition, power assurance checks on the engines have been undertaken to 
verify full performance capability, the statement added.

Biman officials said the airline is fully prepared to promptly implement any 
maintenance directives that may be issued by the aircraft manufacturer Boeing 
following the completion of the investigation.

At present, Biman's fleet includes six Boeing 787 Dreamliners, four of the 
787-8 variant and two of the 787-9, operating on various international 
destinations. 

The maintenance of these aircraft is carried out in strict adherence to the 
Aircraft Maintenance Programme approved by the Civil Aviation Authority of 
Bangladesh (CAAB), according to the statement. 

This programme, based on Boeing's Maintenance Planning Document and other 
regulatory guidelines, outlines specific tasks, schedules and procedures to 
be followed by certified engineers. 

All maintenance activities are conducted under the supervision of type-rated 
engineers in accordance with Boeing's official manuals.

"All completed task is verified and documented through a stringent quality 
assurance process before being archived in the Maintenance Planning 
Department," it (statement) continued.

Furthermore, Biman uses real-time monitoring tools such as the Aircraft 
Health Management and Engine Health Management systems to continuously track 
the condition of its aircraft. 

This proactive system allows for early detection and preventive maintenance 
planning before any issues can arise, as is the statement. 

Reaffirming its commitment to passenger safety, Biman said it consistently 
upholds international standards in all aspects of aircraft maintenance and 
service delivery.

"Biman Bangladesh Airlines remains dedicated to ensuring the highest levels 
of flight safety and passenger satisfaction," it added.