DHAKA, Jan 16, (V7N) – Aviation experts have raised concerns about tall trees near the approach paths of Cox's Bazar and Syedpur airports, which are causing turbulence during landings. This issue was highlighted during a workshop organized by Novoair and the Aviation and Tourism Journalists' Forum of Bangladesh (ATJFB) in Cox's Bazar.

The workshop, titled "Aviation Infrastructure and Imperatives for Aviation Safety," featured a presentation by Captain Ashfaq-ur-Rahman Khan, Chief of Safety at Novoair. He explained that the tall trees create strong wind currents that lead to turbulence, which many passengers mistakenly attribute to pilot error.

"The matter has already been reported to the Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh (CAAB)," he noted.Captain Khan also emphasized the importance of maintaining smooth runway surfaces, implementing advanced navigation systems, and adhering to comprehensive safety protocols for both crew and passengers.

In response to a question about flight safety, Mofizur Rahman, Managing Director of Novoair, pointed out additional safety concerns, including bird strikes and laser lights directed at pilots during takeoff or landing. He highlighted that bird strikes often occur due to nearby food sources, such as slaughterhouses and fish farms, which need to be addressed by airport authorities. Rahman criticized the slow response of law enforcement in Bangladesh, noting that other countries manage to apprehend culprits within an hour of such incidents.

The workshop was chaired by Tanzim Anwar, President of ATJFB, with Baten Biplob, the General Secretary, delivering the welcome speech. The discussions underscored the need for improved safety measures and infrastructure to enhance aviation safety in Bangladesh.

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