Vietjet tops out international-standard hangar, operates first flight to Long Thanh International Airport

(Long Thanh, December 19, 2025) – Vietjet today marked two major milestones at Long Thanh International Airport with the topping-out ceremony of its international-standard aircraft maintenance hangar project and the operation of its first flight to the new airport, reaffirming a strategic step forward in the airline’s investment in modern and sustainable aviation technical infrastructure.

Topping-out ceremony of Vietjet’s aircraft maintenance hangar project at Long Thanh, with a total investment of up to USD 100 million

Vietjet’s aircraft maintenance hangar project, commenced on August 19, 2025, is part of the Long Thanh Aircraft Maintenance and Engineering Center, with a total investment of up to USD 100 million and covering an area of 8.4 hectares. Hangars No. 3 and No. 4 are designed, managed and supervised by international firms Mace (United Kingdom) and Apave (France), featuring large-span steel space structures that meet the stringent technical standards of the global aviation industry. Once operational, the hangar complex will be capable of simultaneously accommodating and maintaining 6 narrow-body aircraft and 2 wide-body aircraft, or up to 10 narrow-body aircraft.

Vietjet’s aircraft maintenance hangar at Long Thanh

In just 4 months, the project completed its topping-out ceremony on schedule under challenging construction conditions, affirming Vietjet's ability to implement projects quickly, with discipline and high determination, along with its international partners. The project plays a crucial role in enhancing domestic technical capabilities, reducing overseas maintenance costs, increasing fleet operational efficiency, and creating more jobs and economic value for the Southern region of Vietnam.

Standing Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Hoa Binh attends the event at Long Thanh International Airport

In parallel with infrastructure development, Vietjet successfully operated its first flight to Long Thanh International Airport, a significant event attended by Standing Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Hoa Binh, along with leaders of ministries, sectors and relevant authorities. Flight VJ038, operated by an Airbus A321neo adorned with the Vietnamese national flag, departed Tan Son Nhat International Airport at 07:35 and landed at Long Thanh airport at 08:30 on the same day. Thorough preparation, modern equipment and a highly professional flight crew ensured a safe, comfortable and well-executed flight.

Vietjet operates its inaugural flight to Long Thanh International Airport

With its new, modern fleet and extensive domestic and international flight network, Vietjet continues to affirm its long-term vision, commitment to sustainable investment, and pioneering role as a private enterprise in developing aviation infrastructure, contributing to the country's growth and integration.