Vietnam’s largest private airline strengthens long-term partnership with Airbus and advances sustainable growth strategy
Vietjet, Vietnam’s largest private carrier, has finalised a firm order for 100 Airbus A321neo aircraft, converting a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed in June into a binding agreement.
The deal brings Vietjet’s total A321neo orders to 280 aircraft, marking a significant step in the airline’s fleet modernisation and network expansion strategy. It follows the carrier’s order of 20 A330neo widebody aircraft in May, further reinforcing its strategic partnership with Airbus.
Vietjet Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Phuong Thao said:
“This is not merely a commercial contract, but a symbol of trust, aspiration, and a shared vision for sustainable development and global connectivity.”
Benoît de Saint-Exupéry, Airbus Executive Vice President Sales, added:
“The A321neo’s proven efficiency and flexibility make it the ideal platform to support Vietjet’s ambitious expansion. Combined with the A330neo, this fleet will deliver the best economics and seamless commonality across operations — hallmarks of the Airbus product family.”
Fleet efficiency and sustainability
The A321neo, the largest member of the A320neo Family, offers over 20% lower fuel burn and CO? emissions and a 50% reduction in noise compared with previous-generation aircraft. Equipped with new-generation engines and Sharklets, it delivers long-range performance and improved passenger comfort.
The aircraft can already operate with up to 50% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), with Airbus targeting 100% SAF capability by 2030.
As of the end of September 2025, more than 7,100 A321neo aircraft have been ordered by nearly 100 airlines worldwide, underscoring its position as the best-selling single-aisle aircraft in the market.