Julhas Molla, a young innovator from Manikganj, has stunned the public by successfully flying an aircraft he built himself. On Tuesday (March 4) at 10:00 AM, he took to the skies aboard his aircraft, marking a milestone in his years-long effort.
In an interview, Julhas shared, “It took me three years of research and another year to build this aircraft. The total cost was around 8 lakh taka. The structure is made of aluminum and iron, with a seven-horsepower water pump engine powering it.” He further explained that the aircraft is designed for experimental and training purposes rather than commercial use. However, he believes mass production is possible with government funding and support. His aircraft can reach an altitude of up to 50 feet.
Recognizing his potential, District Commissioner Dr. Manowar Hossain Molla stated, “The government will support Julhas Molla in his research. As an initial step, some financial assistance has already been provided to encourage him.”
Julhas’s father, Abdul Jalil Molla, recalled his son’s passion for building things since childhood. “He used to cut and shape plastic items, always saying one day we would see what he had created. Over the past four years, he has been tirelessly working on flying his aircraft. Though he faced many setbacks, he has finally succeeded,” he said proudly. According to him, the aircraft successfully soared nearly 50 feet above the Jamuna River floodplain on Monday.
At the official test flight on Tuesday morning, Dr. Manowar Hossain Molla, Shibaloy Police Station Officer-in-Charge (OC) A.R.M. Al Mamun, and several other dignitaries were present. News of the successful flight has drawn crowds of curious onlookers from distant areas eager to witness both the aircraft and its creator.
Originally from Baghutia in Daulatpur Upazila, Julhas and his family relocated to Shaitgarh-Teota in Shibaloy Upazila due to river erosion. The 28-year-old, the fifth among six brothers and two sisters, completed his SSC from Jionpur High School in 2014 but had to discontinue further studies due to financial constraints. He now works as an electrician in Dhaka, yet his passion for innovation remains undeterred.
Liberty News’ local correspondent states that with the right support, this self-taught inventor could take Bangladesh’s aviation technology to new heights.
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