Vietnam Orders Stronger Aviation Safety Measures

Vietnam’s Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has issued a directive to tighten aviation safety and security measures following a series of incidents that have raised concerns for the country’s fast-growing aviation sector. The directive, released on August 12, stressed that safety must never be compromised, warning that even minor violations can lead to catastrophic accidents.

Vietnam’s civil aviation industry has rebounded strongly since the pandemic, handling 75.5 million passengers and 1.29 million tonnes of cargo in 2024, up 4% and 21% year-on-year. In the first half of 2025, passenger numbers rose 10.6% and cargo volumes 15.1% from a year earlier, surpassing pre-pandemic levels. However, recent events—including a collision between two aircraft at Noi Bai International Airport, widespread flight delays and cancellations, and cyberattacks targeting airlines—have heightened safety concerns.

The Prime Minister ordered aviation safety systems to meet international standards, strengthen inspections, and improve staff awareness of safety culture. He called for accelerated digitisation, advanced technology adoption, and enhanced data sharing among aviation units.

The Ministry of Construction will review and align aviation safety laws with global treaties, while infrastructure upgrades and inspector training will follow ICAO standards. The Ministry of Public Security is tasked with preventing terrorism, improving inter-agency coordination, and deploying AI and biometric systems to bolster security. The Ministry of National Defence will tighten drone regulations and airspace control.

Airlines must strictly adhere to safety protocols, enhance service quality, and maintain on-time performance, while authorities crack down on threats such as laser pointers, UAVs, and wildlife near airports.


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Sources: AirGuide Business airguide.info, bing.com, en.vietnamplus.vn