**Dhaka Airport**, officially known as **Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (HSIA)**, is the largest and main international airport of Bangladesh, located in Kurmitola, about 17 km north of Dhaka city center[1][2]. It serves as the principal aviation gateway for Bangladesh, connecting the capital with numerous international and domestic destinations. The airport is managed by the Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh (CAAB) and functions as the main hub for the national flag carrier, Biman Bangladesh Airlines, as well as private airlines like Novo Air, Air Astra, and US-Bangla Airlines[2]. The airport's origins date back to 1941 when the British government constructed a landing strip during World War II. Post-independence, the government developed it into the country’s main international airport, officially opening in 1980 as Dacca International Airport. It was renamed Zia International Airport in 1983 and later, in 2010, Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to honor Shah Jalal, a prominent Sufi saint of Bangladesh, reflecting the nation’s cultural heritage[1][2]. The IATA code "DAC" derives from the old spelling "Dacca"[2]. Covering 802 hectares (1,981 acres), HSIA has an annual passenger handling capacity of about 18.5 million, predicted to suffice until 2026. In 2014, it managed 9.1 million passengers and 248,000 tons of cargo, with around 190 international flights daily[2]. The airport offers full Wi-Fi coverage and multiple executive lounges operated by both international hotel chains and local companies, providing premium services to first-class, business-class, and Priority Pass passengers[2][4]. Despite being the busiest airport in Bangladesh and a critical infrastructural asset, Dhaka Airport faces challenges in passenger comfort and facilities. It holds a 2-star rating from Skytrax, with noted issues includin