The event was also attended by H.E. Mr. Marc Evans Knapper, U.S. Ambassador to Viet Nam; representatives of the U.S. Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City; officials from the Immigration Office, Customs Department, Southern Airport Authority, Tan Son Nhat International Airport, Saigon Ground Services (SAGS); and senior executives of United Airlines.
The inaugural flight was warmly welcomed with a traditional water cannon salute and a flute performance to greet arriving passengers at Tan Son Nhat International Airport.
The operation of United Airlines to resume its flights linking Ho Chi Minh City and the United States not only demonstrates strong confidence in Viet Nam’s aviation market but also contributes to promoting economic, trade, tourism, and cultural exchanges between the two countries.
With its reputation and extensive experience, United Airlines will offer passengers safe, convenient, and high-quality air travel experiences, while continuing to accompany Viet Nam’s aviation industry in its journey of integration and sustainable development ./.
On 17 and 18 September 2026, the Civil Aviation Authority of Viet Nam (CAAV) held consultations with a delegation from the Ministry of Civil Aviation of India to discuss the development of air transport and increasing capacity on air routes between Viet Nam and India.
On 21 January 2026, a delegation of the Department of Civil Aviation of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic (DCAL), led by Director General Mr. Viengxay Singkham, paid a working visit to Viet Nam to exchange experience and learn from Viet Nam’s practices in preparation for the ICAO Universal Safety Oversight Audit Programme under the Continuous Monitoring Approach (USOAP-CMA), in anticipation of Lao PDR’s upcoming audit activities.
The ICAO Council, the 36-member governing body of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), has recently elected Mr. Toshiyuki Onuma as President of the Council for the 2026–2028 tenure.
