Bangabandhu Basic Trainer

The Bangladesh Basic Trainer is a type of light training aircraft used by the Bangladesh Air Force. It has two variants: the BBT-1 and BBT-2, both used for training purposes.

The BBT-1 was initiated in January 2020 as a joint project by the Bangladesh Aeronautical Centre, and the Aviation and Aerospace University, Bangladesh, with production based at Lalmonirhat Airport. The BBT-1 is considered the first aircraft to be locally manufactured in Bangladesh.

On 24 March 2024, the BBT-2 successfully completed its maiden flight.

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