Vietnam Airlines has announced a significant order for Boeing 737 MAX aircraft.
It sees the airline commit to 50 of the MAX 8 variant in a multi-billion dollar deal that will revitalise the airline’s short- and medium-haul fleet.
Dang Ngoc Hoa, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Vietnam Airlines said: “In line with Vietnam Airlines’ 2025-2030 fleet strategy and vision for 2035, aircraft investment is a crucial strategy that underpins the momentum of the airline’s recovery and supports a prosperous outlook. The new narrow-body fleet will allow us to expand our high-quality services on Vietnam Airlines’ domestic and Asian routes, as well as further modernising our fuel-efficient fleet.”
“Southeast Asia is one of the world’s fastest-growing aviation markets, and the 737 MAX is the perfect airplane for Vietnam Airlines to efficiently meet regional demand,” said Brad McMullen, Senior Vice President Boeing Commercial Sales and Marketing. “We value our historic partnership with Vietnam Airlines, dating back to 1995 when the airline first leased 767s.”
The order coincided with President Biden’s visit to Vietnam this week on a trade and diplomatic mission.
