US-Bangla turns 13, eyes 21 more aircraft

The airline expressed gratitude to its passengers, business partners, and employees for their continued support and contribution to its growth

Private carrier US-Bangla Airlines is celebrating its 12th anniversary, marking more than a decade of operations since launching its maiden flight on July 17, 2014.

The airline has entered its 13th year of operations, with plans to expand its fleet by another 21 aircraft by 2027.

In a social media post on July 16 commemorating the milestone, US-Bangla Airlines reflected on its journey from a new domestic carrier to one of Bangladesh's leading airlines with an expanding international network.

"For the past 12 years, every takeoff has carried more than passengers—it has carried dreams, aspirations, reunions, and countless unforgettable memories," the airline said.

US-Bangla noted that what began as a vision has evolved into a trusted airline connecting Bangladesh with destinations abroad, with safety, reliability, and service excellence at the heart of its operations.

The airline expressed gratitude to its passengers, business partners, and employees for their continued support and contribution to its growth.

"This milestone belongs to every passenger who chose us, every partner who believed in us, and every member of the US-Bangla Airlines family whose dedication has made this journey possible," it said.

Reaffirming its commitment to future growth, the airline said it looks forward to "soaring higher, reaching farther, and embracing infinite horizons together."

US-Bangla Airlines' Managing Director Md Abdullah Al Mamun

Managing Director Md Abdullah Al Mamun said, "US-Bangla Airlines currently operates domestic and international flights and has been expanding its fleet and route network as part of its long-term growth strategy."

He also said, the airline was ready to meet growing competition and would continue adding modern aircraft to improve passenger services.

Expanding the fleet would help ensure greater comfort for travellers while supporting the coountry’s economic growth, he added.

Key Points of US-Bangla's Journey

Fleets

The privately owned carrier said on Friday that it began operations on Jul 17, 2014 with Dash 8-Q400 aircraft on the Dhaka-Jashore route.

The airline now operates a fleet of 25 aircraft, comprising three Airbus A330-300s, 13 ATR 72-600s and nine Boeing 737-800s.

It aims to add 15 Boeing 737-8 aircraft and six Boeing 737-800 Next Generation aircraft to its fleet by 2027.

Routes

US-Bangla Airlines currently flies from Dhaka to Chattogram, Cox's Bazar, Sylhet, Saidpur and Rajshahi on domestic routes.

US-Bangla spread its wings internationally on May 15, 2016 by launching flights between Dhaka and Kathmandu, Nepal.

The airline now operates services to Kolkata, Chennai, Male, Muscat, Doha, Dubai, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, Jeddah, Riyadh, Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Bangkok and Guangzhou in China. It also plans to resume flights to Kathmandu later this year.

Focusing on demand from Bangladeshi expatriates, US-Bangla expects to launch flights by 2027 to Kuwait, Bahrain, Madinah, Dammam, Colombo, Johor Bahru, Penang and Hong Kong.

The airline also aims to begin services to London, Rome and other European destinations by 2028, followed by New York, Toronto and Sydney by 2030.

US-Bangla currently employs around 4,000 people at home and abroad. It operates more than 40 sales offices in Bangladesh and overseas and also runs its SkyStar frequent flyer programme.

Alongside passenger services, the airline also transports cargo on domestic and international routes.