All-women special flight takes off

Biman Bangladesh Airlines operated a special flight by all women to mark the International Women’s Day.

The all-women special flight, on Dhaka-Sylhet-Dhaka route with a Boeing 737-800 aircraft, took off at 01.15pm on Wednesday from the domestic terminal.

Captain Tania Reza and First Officer Antara led the BG-0603 flight with six female cabin crew members.

Besides, female security personnel and ground handling staff will be deployed for the flight, added Shakil Meraj.

The national flag carrier took the initiative to encourage women in aviation sector as well as inspire them to move forward matching up with other airlines globally.