Domestic flight suspension extended till July 14

The government has extended the ongoing flight suspension of all domestic flights for another week till July 14 following the decision to extend the ongoing strict lockdown in the country. All types of domestic flight operation will remain suspended till July 14 midnight in accordance with the government guidance and instruction, a circular issued by Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh (CAAB) said Monday. Medevac, humanitarian and relief flights, and cargo flights will remain out of the purview of the restriction, it added. Passengers, crew, equipment, and aircraft will have to follow the standard disinfection, sanitization, and social distancing procedures. International flights to and from Dhaka will operate as usual. However, air bubble flights will remain suspended until further notice, according to another circular by CAAB.<br/>