Bangladesh Air Force Air Chief Marshal Hasan Mahmood Khan today inauguration of "Air Traffic Control Tower Digital Simulator" at the School of Air Traffic Services (SATS). Photo : ISPR

DHAKA, July 16, 2025 (BSS) - Bangladesh Air Force marked a significant milestone today with the inauguration of "Air Traffic Control Tower Digital Simulator" which is completely innovated by its own technology, at the School of Air Traffic Services (SATS), Bangladesh Air Force Base Bashar. 

The simulator was officially inaugurated by Chief of Air Staff of Bangladesh Air Force Air Chief Marshal Hasan Mahmood Khan, who graced the occasion as the chief guest, said an ISPR press release here. 

The digital simulator is designed to enhance the training of both Air Traffic Controllers & Tower assistants and expected to play a pivotal role in strengthening indigenous training capacity, reducing foreign dependency and expanding the operational capabilities of Bangladesh Air Force.

The ceremony was attended by Principal Staff Officers from Air Headquarters, Vice Chancellor of Aviation and Aerospace University, Bangladesh, Air Officer Commanding of BAF Base Bashar, Chairman of the Civil Aviation Authority Bangladesh and other senior BAF officers.