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Asia Digital Engineering Receives Approved Maintenance Organization Certification from Vietnam’s CAA

Asia Digital Engineering (ADE), a maintenance and engineering services provider based in Malaysia, has officially received Approved Maintenance Organization (AMO) certification from the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAA). This certification allows ADE to offer its full suite of maintenance services to airlines operating within Vietnam, expanding its reach and reinforcing its position as a trusted maintenance partner in…

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Vietravel Airlines No Longer Has Foreign Shareholders After License Update

Vietravel Airlines, based in Vietnam, has had its air transport business license re-issued by the country’s Ministry of Transport, a process that has resulted in the airline no longer having any foreign shareholders. This license update signifies a shift in the airline’s ownership structure, positioning it as a fully domestic entity in Vietnam’s aviation market. The removal of foreign…

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Vietravel Airlines Doubles Charter Capital to $51.4 Million

Vietravel Airlines, a prominent airline based in Vietnam, has significantly raised its charter capital by nearly 100%, bringing the total to US$51.4 million. This capital expansion is a strategic move aimed at supporting the airline’s growth initiatives, strengthening its financial foundation, and improving its operational capacity to meet increased demand in the Vietnamese air travel market. Vietravel Group,…

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COMAC and Vietjet Collaborate to Introduce ARJ21 in Vietnam

COMAC (Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China) is partnering with Vietnamese low-cost carrier Vietjet to introduce the ARJ21 aircraft to the Vietnamese market, with initial operations expected to commence later in 2024. This collaboration represents a significant step for both companies, as COMAC seeks to expand its footprint internationally and Vietjet aims to diversify its fleet with efficient regional jets.

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Bamboo Airways Adds New A320 to Fleet, Plans Growth by 2025

Bamboo Airways, a leading airline based in Vietnam, has strengthened its fleet with the recent addition of an Airbus A320 aircraft, designated 4692. This new aircraft arrives just in time for the year-end peak travel season, bolstering Bamboo Airways’ capacity to meet the anticipated surge in passenger demand. The delivery aligns with Bamboo’s strategic growth plan, which envisions…

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AirAsia Cambodia to Launch Phnom Penh–Ho Chi Minh City Route in December 2024

AirAsia Cambodia has announced the launch of a new route connecting Phnom Penh, Cambodia, to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Scheduled to commence on 22 December 2024, the route will be operated with an Airbus A320, offering passengers a reliable and affordable travel option between these two bustling Southeast Asian cities. This addition aligns with…

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Vietjet Air Requests Deregistration of Two E190 Aircraft Over Lease Dispute

Vietjet Air, a prominent airline based in Vietnam, has encountered a lease contract issue involving two Embraer E190 aircraft, registered as VN-A251 and VN-A252. The airline claims that the aircraft owner failed to meet the agreed-upon terms, resulting in delivery delays. In response, Vietjet Air has requested that the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) cancel the…

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Pacific Airlines Expands Fleet with Wet-Leased Airbus A321 from Vietnam Airlines

Pacific Airlines, based in Vietnam, has expanded its operational capacity by taking delivery of an Airbus A321, serial number 3737, on wet lease from Vietnam Airlines. Equipped with V2533-A5 engines, this aircraft will support Pacific Airlines’ growing route network and bolster its service capabilities.