Vietnam Airlines continues its plans for expansion, with the airline signing a memorandum of understanding (a prelude to the actual order) for 10 more Airbus A350-900s.
Vietnam Airlines Airbus A350-900 – Image, Airbus
Vietnam Airlines currently operate a fleet of 4 Airbus A350-900 aircraft currently, with a further 10 to arrive. Should the Memorandum of Understanding turn into an order, this will bring Vietnam Airlines A350-900 fleet to 24 frames.
The airline was the second operator of the Airbus A350-900, and it seems that the aircraft has left a positive impression on the owners – so much so to order some more frames.
Vietnam Airlines plan to use the aircraft to operate non-stop services to the US West Coast, carrying 305 passengers in a three class premium layout.
Duong Tri Thanh, President and CEO of Vietnam Airlines states:
“The intention to acquire these additional aircraft reflects our excellent experience with the A350 since it entered service with Vietnam Airlines last year”
“With its very long range capability, economic fuel consumption and spacious cabin, the A350 is the suitable aircraft for our proposed intercontinental routes to Europe and the US. The start of non-stop transpacific services with the A350 is yet another example of the commitment we have at Vietnam Airlines to strengthen our position as one of the world’s leading international carriers”
No time table of entry into service has been given for these new planes. Hopefully the new planes will join the fleet in the near future.
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