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Vietnam transport ministry urged to report on new cargo airline

The new cargo airline has a total investment of US$100 million.

VN air carriers in danger of bankruptcy, faces risk of being sued because of big debts

Vietnam Airlines is in an extremely difficult situation as it continues incurring losses. Private airlines, including Vietjet Air and Bamboo Airways, have also been affected financially.

Aviation authority proposes removal ceiling rates of airfares

The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) has  proposed removal of the cap for airfares on domestic flight routes operated by at least three...

Transport Ministry proposes support policies for Vietjet, Bamboo Airways

The Ministry of Transport has proposed the Government work out policies to support Vietjet and Bamboo Airways, 

Vietnam to reopen international air routes from April 1

From April 1 to June 30, Vietnam Airlines will expand the operation of four international air routes: Hanoi - Narita (Tokyo, Japan), Hanoi - Incheon (Seoul, South Korea), Hanoi - Sydney and Ho Chi Minh City - Sydney (Australia).

E-health declaration compulsory for all airline passengers

All airlines must ensure passengers complete electronic health declarations before boarding flights at all airports nationwide as requested by the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV).

CAAV proposes allowing Boeing B737 Max aircraft to transit in Vietnam

The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) has proposed the Ministry of Transport allow the Boeing B737 Max aircraft to transit in Vietnam, following Boeing’s efforts in handling safety problems.

Ministry of Transport warns about localities’ airport boom

The development of the airport network depends on socio-economic conditions, not just on localities’ proposals.

Van Don Int’l Airport reopens from March 3

The international airport is ready to resume operations after one month of closure to prevent Covid-19.

CAAV asks airlines to stop selling more tickets than seating capacity

The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) has ordered Vietnam Airlines, VietJet Air and Bamboo Airways to ensure that the number of air tickets being sold does not outnumber the confirmed take-off and landing slots.

Runway upgrade at TSN airport completed

The runway renovation project commenced on June 29 last year, with a total investment of some VND2 trillion.

Aviation authority proposes shortening Noi Bai airport closure

The Civil Aviation Administration of Vietnam (CAAV) has asked the Ministry of Transport to shorten the closur of Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi for upgrading and repairing runways and taxiways.

Vietnam confirms 12 Pakistani pilots ‘are working’ for local airlines

The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) confirmed on June 28 that it has licensed a total of 27 Pakistani pilots to work in Vietnam, but only 12 of them are currently flying for local airlines.

Vietnam suspends 27 Pakistani pilots for license verification

The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) has suspended 27 Pakistani pilots flying for Vietnamese carriers to check their licenses’ authenticity, 

Ministries consider plans to resume international air routes

Airlines have been ready to fly internationally for two months and will provide the first post-Covid-19 flights as soon as they get the nod from the government.

VN aviation industry's slowdown to affect public debt

The debts incurred by enterprises in the aviation industry, due in 2020, if not payable, will have a big impact on public debt.

Temporary cessation in approval of new airlines in Vietnam

The MoT proposed to halt the establishment of new airlines, with new applications considered only once the aviation market rebounds to a normal state.

Airlines allowed to operate at full capacity from May 7

The Civil Aviation Administration of Vietnam (CAAV) has notified Vietnamese airlines that seat distancing and restrictions on passenger numbers are to be abolished from 00:00 on May 7.

Airlines expect strong recovery after Covid-19 crisis

Air carriers have increased the frequency of domestic airlines since April 25 after the Prime Minister relaxed the social distancing policy.

Bamboo Airways urged to plan debt payment

The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam has asked Bamboo Airways to quickly report its debts, payment plan for aviation service providers and its financial situation.