DALLAS — Vietjet Air (VJ) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airbus for the purchase of 20 A330-900 widebodies. The announcement was made during a MoU signing ceremony with Airbus at the Singapore Airshow on February 22, 2024.
This agreement marks VJ’s inaugural venture into widebody aircraft acquisitions, reflecting the airline’s ambitious growth plans and commitment to enhancing its operational capabilities.
“The new A330neo aircraft is a strategic addition to comprehensively modernise Vietjet’s fleet, enhancing operational capabilities to support our global flight network expansion plan. Its fuel-efficient new-generation design aligns with our sustainable development strategy and ESG goals, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050. With the introduction of the A330neo, passengers can look forward to longer-range, well-equipped flights with excellent services at more competitive fares.”
Vietjet Chief Executive Officer Dinh Viet Phuong