HÀ NỘI — Vietravel Airlines, a subsidiary of tour operator Viettravel, received its first Airbus A321 aircraft under full ownership on June 28 at the Nội Bài International Airport in Hà Nội, marking a significant milestone in the carrier’s restructuring and expansion plan following the strategic investment from T&T Group.

The ownership of the aircraft ushers in a new stage of development for the airline – one that is proactive, systematic, and sustainable, Vietravel Airlines said.

The newly acquired Airbus A321 has a capacity of 228 seats and is scheduled to begin commercial service in early July. Two Airbus A320s are expected to join its fleet in July, bringing the number of airline-owned aircraft to three.

With the expanded fleet, the airline plans to increase flight frequency on key routes connecting Hà Nội and HCM City with destinations such as Đà Nẵng in central Việt Nam, Phú Quốc Island off the southern province of Kiên Giang, and Quy Nhơn city in south-central Vietnam, as well as regional international routes, to meet the surging demand for both tourism and business travel.

The airline is also actively negotiating with global aircraft manufacturers and major international carriers to establish comprehensive strategic partnerships in the aviation sector, contributing to strengthening its technological capabilities and operational standards, and enhancing its international standing.

Notably, as part of its growth strategy, Vietravel Airlines has approved a plan to increase its charter capital to VNĐ2.6 trillion (US$99.6 million). This strategic decision is intended to bolster financial capacity to expand its fleet and operations. — BIZHUB