Vietnam Airlines

Vietnam Airlines has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Airbus for five additional A350-900 aircraft as the airline begins preparations for a broader widebody fleet expansion beyond 2030. The proposed aircraft are scheduled for delivery in 2033 and 2034. The agreement remains subject to further evaluation, negotiations and the necessary investment and procurement approvals. […] The post Vietnam Airlines plans five more A350s under post-2030 widebody expansion appeared first on MRO Business Today, Latest Aerospace News.

German investigation authority confirms tail-strike as Hanoi-bound twinjet laboured to become airborne. German investigation authority BFU has confirmed that the Vietnam Airlines Boeing 787-9 involved in a prolonged take-off roll at Munich struck its tail during a late lift-off. The aircraft, operating to Hanoi, was departing from runway 26L at 13:57 on 15 August but… The post Tyre marks at Munich runway end offer possible clues to Vietnam 787’s late rotation first appeared on FlightGlobal.

A possible braking malfunction has emerged as one potential explanation for a Vietnam Airlines Boeing 787-9 that struggled… Possible brake problem emerges in Vietnam Airlines runway incident appeared first on AeroTime.

Germany Launches Probe Into Vietnam Airlines Boeing 787-9 Incident Germany’s air accident investigation bureau BFU has begun examination of the incident involving a Vietnam Airlines Boeing 787-9 that incurred substantial damage upon takeoff in Munich. clarissa.siu@a… Mon, 08/17/2026 - 11:21 Author Jens Flottau Content source Aviation Daily Primary Category Safety, Ops & Regulation