What Happened
Vietnamese Carrier Seeks Regulatory Approval For Local Subsidiary
Vietjet Air is seeking regulatory approval to launch a domestic airline operation in Australia, marking a significant move into the country’s competitive market. The Vietnamese low-cost carrier has applied for an air operator certificate to establish a locally incorporated subsidiary, which would operate 10 Boeing 737 aircraft and fly under a different brand name. The proposed routes would connect major cities including Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane, a market currently dominated by Qantas and Virgin Australia. This development was first reported by AeroTime.