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.
The move aims to meet the rising demand for air travel during this summer peak, coinciding with a packed calendar of cultural, sporting and tourism events scheduled for Bình Định from June to September.
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.
Director of Việt Nam’s Civil Aviation Authority, Uông Việt Dũng, said flight coordination now involves security and guidance will soon be issued by the Immigration Department.
The airline also reported a significant boost in ancillary revenue, which reached over VNĐ6.2 trillion in the period, contributing to more than 35 per cent of its total revenue.
In a statement, the airline highlighted that the new routes aim to provide convenient travel options for both locals and tourists, while promoting greater exploration of Japan’s cultural heritage.
The deals, secured with leading US financial institutions, are set to fuel Vietjet’s ambitious fleet development plan, which includes the delivery of nearly 300 aircraft between 2025 and 2027.
The flight brought together representatives of Việt Nam’s business community across a wide range of sectors, including finance and banking, aviation, energy, technology, and import-export.
With daily flights, passengers can now easily explore China’s vibrant destinations including Shanghai, Beijing and Guangzhou, renowned for the regional leading economic centres and shopping paradises.