The European aircraft manufacturer issued an urgent Alert Operations Transmission (AOT) late on November 28, warning of a potential software malfunction affecting flight control.
This latest order continues Vietjet’s long-term strategic collaboration with Airbus, bringing the airline’s total orders with the manufacturer to 376 aircraft.
Both agreements are expected to contribute to job creation in the UK and Europe, promote technological innovation and strengthen the growing economic partnership between Việt Nam and the UK.
The deal highlights the deepening economic ties between Việt Nam, France and Europe, and marks a major milestone in Vietjet’s strategic expansion as a multi-national aviation group, Vietjet said in a statement.
This latest order builds on a previous agreement signed at the Singapore Airshow last year for 40 engines, bringing the total number of Trent 7000 engines ordered by the airline to 80.
This landmark agreement elevates the long-standing collaboration between FPT and Airbus to a new height, positioning the Vietnamese technology conglomerate among Airbus''s leading global technology partners.
This major investment will enable Vietjet to expand its international flight network, increase capacity on key Asia-Pacific routes and prepare for the launch of future long-haul services to Europe.
National flag carrier Vietnam Airlines will receive three new Airbus A320neo planes this year with the first one to come in early July – the peak tourist season in Vietnam, the airline has announced.
The long-term agreement covers up to 65 A321 Family aircraft (A321ceo and A321neo), and represents a key milestone in the ongoing digital transformation of Vietnam Airlines.
With a strong year-on-year increase in passenger and cargo traffic, Việt Nam was emerging as a significant aviation market, mirroring the broader regional trend. The sector''s contribution to the country''s GDP of 5.2 per cent or US$12.5 billion, provided essential support for economic...