This morning, flight number VN1802 of Vietnam Airlines departed from Noi Bai airport (Hanoi) at 9:30 a.m. and brought the first passengers to Dien Bien airport at 10:30 a.m. the same day.
The flight was welcomed with a water cannon salute, marking the resumption of the Hanoi – Dien Bien route after more than 6 months of interruption due to airport renovation and expansion. Now, the journey from the capital Hanoi to the historic Northwest region has been shortened to just 1 hour.
Immediately after landing, Vietnam Airlines cut the ribbon to inaugurate the first commercial flight by Airbus A321 to Dien Bien with the participation of leaders of the Ministry of Transport , leaders of the State Capital Management Committee, leaders of Dien Bien province and passengers on the flight. 5 lucky passengers received special gifts of air tickets for any domestic route.
The safe operation of the modern A321 jet aircraft at Dien Bien airport is considered an important milestone in the Vietnamese aviation industry, as well as opening up new development opportunities for the economy and society of Dien Bien province.
Vietnam Airlines operates the Hanoi - Dien Bien route with a frequency of 7 flights per week, departing every day of the week. Flights depart from Hanoi at 13:05 and arrive in Dien Bien at 14:05. Return flights depart from Dien Bien at 14:45 and land in Hanoi at 15:35.
On the same day, Vietnam Airlines and the People's Committee of Dien Bien province signed a comprehensive cooperation agreement for the period 2024 - 2028. Accordingly, Dien Bien province and Vietnam Airlines will strengthen cooperation so that Dien Bien province in particular and the Northwest Economic Region in general can accelerate economic and social development.
The two sides will promote cooperation in promoting investment, trade, tourism and aviation; coordinate research on tourism products, routes and destinations; and organize or participate in foreign affairs, education, culture, sports, tourism, investment and trade events at national and regional levels.
At the signing ceremony, Mr. Le Thanh Do - Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee, Chairman of the People's Committee of Dien Bien province said: "The resumption of Vietnam Airlines operations in Dien Bien is a very important event, a bridge between Hanoi, regions across the country and international friends coming to Dien Bien, creating momentum, opening up opportunities to promote socio-economic development, ensuring national defense and security of Dien Bien province in the coming time."
Dien Bien is a province rich in tourism potential, especially in the cultural and historical fields. The most prominent is the system of historical relics of the Dien Bien Phu victory.
Besides, there are many caves, primeval forests, mineral water sources and lakes that create rich natural tourism resources. In addition, Dien Bien also has intangible cultural potential, with many ethnic groups living together, each ethnic group has its own cultural nuances, very diverse, and still retains its inherent customs and practices.
Vietnam Airlines brings the first passengers to the new Dien Bien airport.
Mr. Dang Anh Tuan, Deputy General Director of Vietnam Airlines emphasized: “The upgrading and expansion of Dien Bien airport will “give wings” to the tourism and economic sector of Dien Bien; contribute to promoting regional and international connectivity by perfecting the types of transportation: Road, rail and air. With the advantage of fast flight time and high frequency, Vietnam Airlines believes it will be an effective bridge to bring tourists and investors to explore the historic land of the Northwest conveniently, shortening geographical distances as well as making the transportation and circulation of goods easier” .
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