Osmani International Airport, Sylhet

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Sylhet Airport is also known as Osmani International Airport (IATA: ZYL, ICAO: VGSY).

History[change | change source]

Sylhet Airport, now known as Osmani International Airport, has a history intertwined with the colonial era and the subsequent struggle for independence in Bangladesh. Originally established during British rule in the Indian Subcontinent, it served strategic purposes, including efforts to counter Japanese aggression from Myanmar during World War II. Originally named "Sylhet Civil Airport", to distinguish it from smaller military airports of the region. It was later renamed to honour General M A G Osmani, who served as the Commander in Chief during the Bangladesh War of Independence. The airport's history reflects its evolution as a symbol of national pride, commemorating the leadership of General M A G Osmani during a crucial period in Bangladesh's history. Today, Osmani International Airport is a key aviation hub, embodying its historical significance and role in modern air travel.

Say Hello to airplanes[change | change source]

Have you ever seen a real aeroplane up close? At Sylhet Airport, you can watch these enormous flying machines take off and land from a very close distance. This is the advantage of visiting small airports. The Sylhet airport is where these friendly giants come to rest, refuel, and get ready for their next exciting journey. They have enormous wings that help them soar high in the sky.

At a glance[change | change source]

The entrance of Sylhet airport in the daylight.
US-Bangla Airlines in Sylhet.
Boeing 777 of Biman Bangladesh Airlines at Osmani International Airport, Sylhet.
S2-AGL NovoAir Embraer ERJ-145EU at Osmani International Airport, Sylhet.
A row of neatly aligned airport trolleys awaits air travellers. The trolleys, bathed in the ambient light of the airport, stand ready for use against the backdrop of the airport terminals.
A Bangladesh Air Force C-130B prepares to take off from Sylhet International Airport for a personnel drop mission during Exercise COPE SOUTH, Jan. 25, 2015.
Bangladeshi commandos board a U.S. Air Force C-130H aircraft at Sylhet International Airport, photo by 1st Lt. Jake Bailey of U.S Airforce.
The entrance of Sylhet airport (MAG Osmani International Airport) at night, a well-lit gateway with architectural features (ID BD-G-60-24) illuminated, casting a welcoming glow.