However, the operator, Germany-based FAI Aviation Group, on Monday requested that the slot be withdrawn, news portal bdnews24.com reported, quoting a senior airport official. CAAB sources confirmed that FAI Aviation Group formally approached authorities through a coordinating agency to cancel its earlier slot request, tbsnews.net reported. The Qatar government had arranged the aircraft, renting it from the FAI Aviation Group, after opting for a replacement air ambulance to conduct the long-range medical evacuation. However, the arrival of the air ambulance sent by the Emir of Qatar was delayed due to “technical issues”, deferring her departure to Sunday. Khaleda last travelled to London for treatment in January aboard an air ambulance from the Emir of Qatar’s personal fleet.

Source: bd News24 December 08, 2025 15:16 UTC