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Sun PhuQuoc Airways Orders 40 Boeing 787s

February 19, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Sun PhuQuoc Airways orders up to 40 Boeing 787 Dreamliners.
Largest Boeing widebody order in Vietnamese history.
Airline to use Phu Quoc International Airport as primary hub.
Selected 787-9 variant for operational capabilities.

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Strategic Implications

This order may signal Sun PhuQuoc Airways' ambition to become a major player in Vietnam's growing aviation market. The selection of the 787-9 suggests a focus on long-haul routes and premium tourism demand, which could strengthen the airline's competitive position in Southeast Asia.

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What Happened

Vietnam Carrier Expands Widebody Fleet In Largest Boeing Deal

Sun PhuQuoc Airways has ordered up to 40 Boeing 787 Dreamliner jets to serve as the backbone of its widebody fleet, marking the largest Boeing widebody order in Vietnamese history. The airline will use Phu Quoc International Airport, scheduled to open in 2027, as its primary hub and has selected the 787-9 variant for its operational capabilities. The order demonstrates Boeing’s continued expansion in Southeast Asian markets, where carriers are investing in long-range aircraft to serve growing international travel demand, as reported by AeroTime.

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