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Vietnam weighs solutions to capitalise on Tan Son Nhat, Long Thanh airports

With Tan Son Nhat over capacity, Long Thanh is expected to become a new growth engine, helping strengthen regional connectivity and elevate Ho Chi Minh City as a financial and economic hub in the region

Deputy PM urges Long Thanh Airport to meet 5-star global standards

On September 7, Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha, along with a government delegation, conducted a site inspection and held a working session with relevant units on the progress of phase one of the Long Thanh International Airport project.

Laser and drone incidents surge near Tan Son Nhat Airport

Tan Son Nhat International Airport has reported a troubling surge in incidents involving drones and laser pointers targeting aircraft, posing significant threats to aviation safety.

System failure causes long delays at Tan Son Nhat airport

Hundreds of passengers were stranded at Tan Son Nhat Airport after a system outage at the international departure terminal caused hours-long delays.

Tan Son Nhat braces for 130,000 passengers daily during holiday rush

Tan Son Nhat Airport ramps up operations and security for holiday crowds, with flight and passenger numbers up sharply and Terminal T3 playing a key role.

Cargo theft ring busted at Hanoi’s Noi Bai Airport

Hanoi Police dismantled a theft ring at Noi Bai Airport, arresting three suspects and recovering 138 stolen mini PCs in just 10 days.

Work starts on strategic dual-use airport in Capital Region

The Ministry of Public Security held a groundbreaking ceremony for the Gia Binh International Airport project in Gia Binh commune, the northern province of Bac Ninh, on August 19.

Groundbreaking held for expressways connecting Long Thanh Airport and seaports

Construction began on Component Project 1 covering the Gia Nghia (Lam Dong) – Chon Thanh (Dong Nai) section of the western North–South Expressway. With a total length of 124 km, the section is designed with six lanes and a speed of 120 km/h.

Public Security Ministry to hand-pick Gia Binh Airport investor

The Government has issued a resolution introducing special mechanisms and policies for investment in Gia Binh International Airport.

Vietnam weighs full move of international flights to Long Thanh airport

The Ministry of Construction has asked aviation authorities to consult airlines on a roadmap for moving international flights from Tan Son Nhat to Long Thanh.

Tan Son Nhat Terminal 3 to host Bamboo Airways from August 18

Bamboo Airways becomes the second airline to operate at T3, boosting capacity before the September holiday.

Long Thanh airport must receive first flight by end-2025: PM

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on August 2 reiterated that Long Thanh International Airport must be completed to receive its first flight on December 19, 2025 and begin commercial operations in early 2026.

Safety inspection flights conducted at Long Thanh International Airport

The Vietnam Air Traffic Management Corporation (VATM), in collaboration with relevant units, has conducted safety inspection flights at Long Thanh International Airport to evaluate air navigation procedures and verify operational readiness.

Gia Binh Airport to surpass Noi Bai, becomes North Vietnam’s largest hub

The airport will match Noi Bai in passenger capacity but will exceed it in area, according to a revised national plan.

Flights resume at Van Don and Cat Bi airports after storm delay

After a temporary closure due to Storm No. 3, the two international airports have reopened for aircraft operations as of noon on July 22.

Face ID introduced at Da Nang airport

The central city’s international airport authority has introduced biometric technology on the VneID platform, Face ID, for all passengers with paperless aviation procedure.

Banh mi scandal: $7.80 sandwich at Noi Bai triggers government response

A $7.80 banh mi sold at Noi Bai Airport sparked criticism over inflated food prices.

Da Nang seeks transport link between two airports for growth synergy

Da Nang officials call for a transport connection between Da Nang and Chu Lai airports to streamline operations.

Vietnam Airlines grounds four pilots after runway incident

Vietnam Airlines responds swiftly after two jets collide at Noi Bai.

Airbus and Boeing aircraft collide on taxiway at Hanoi’s Noi Bai Airport

Two Vietnam Airlines aircraft collided on a taxiway. Officials cite parking misalignment of the A321 as a contributing factor.