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Vietjet to Resume Flights with COMAC C909 Jets After Temporary Suspension

Key Takeaways
  • Vietjet will resume flights with COMAC C909 jets on November 25, 2025.
  • The airline temporarily suspended flights to Con Dao due to the unavailability of the jets.
  • A six-month lease renewal with Chengdu Airlines will reactivate the C909s.
  • Vietjet is exploring other COMAC leasing options under regulatory review.
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Strategic Implications

This development may indicate Vietjet's efforts to maintain its domestic network and competitiveness. The return of COMAC C909 jets could suggest a focus on cost-effective solutions and cooperation with Chinese partners. However, the decision to suspend flights and renew the lease may also highlight the challenges of operating foreign crews and maintenance services.

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What Happened

Vietnamese Carrier Returns Chinese-Made Aircraft to Service After Month-Long Hiatus

Vietjet will resume flights with COMAC C909 jets on November 25, 2025, after a month-long suspension due to the temporary unavailability of the aircraft. The airline has renewed a six-month lease with Chengdu Airlines, which will provide aircraft, pilots, and maintenance support. Vietjet is also exploring other COMAC leasing options under regulatory review. Reuters cited two sources familiar with the matter as the basis for this report. The temporary suspension impacted flights to Con Dao, a popular tourist spot in southeastern Vietnam.

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Key Takeaways
  • Vietjet will resume flights with COMAC C909 jets on November 25, 2025.
  • The airline temporarily suspended flights to Con Dao due to the unavailability of the jets.
  • A six-month lease renewal with Chengdu Airlines will reactivate the C909s.
  • Vietjet is exploring other COMAC leasing options under regulatory review.
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Strategic Implications

This development may indicate Vietjet's efforts to maintain its domestic network and competitiveness. The return of COMAC C909 jets could suggest a focus on cost-effective solutions and cooperation with Chinese partners. However, the decision to suspend flights and renew the lease may also highlight the challenges of operating foreign crews and maintenance services.

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What Happened

Vietnamese Carrier Returns Chinese-Made Aircraft to Service After Month-Long Hiatus

Vietjet will resume flights with COMAC C909 jets on November 25, 2025, after a month-long suspension due to the temporary unavailability of the aircraft. The airline has renewed a six-month lease with Chengdu Airlines, which will provide aircraft, pilots, and maintenance support. Vietjet is also exploring other COMAC leasing options under regulatory review. Reuters cited two sources familiar with the matter as the basis for this report. The temporary suspension impacted flights to Con Dao, a popular tourist spot in southeastern Vietnam.

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