Vietjet has once again been recognised by AirlineRatings, the world’s leading airline safety and product-rating website, as one of the world’s safest airlines for 2026. The airline has also consistently maintained a 7/7 safety rating from AirlineRatings since 2018.
Vietjet continues to rank alongside leading global low-cost carriers, reinforcing its sustained commitment to delivering safe and reliable journeys for passengers.
Sharon Petersen, CEO of AirlineRatings.com, said: “Vietjet Air has delivered steady growth while maintaining fleet continuity and a high level of operational reliability. Combined with a young fleet averaging and a flawless safety record over the years, this underlines a strong, safety-focused operation. Vietnam’s aviation sector is also now delivering its best results to date in International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) audits for safe, secure, and efficient international air transport.”
AirlineRatings evaluates more than 320 airlines worldwide using a rigorous set of criteria, including incident data, fleet age, pilot training and international safety audits. This year, greater emphasis was also placed on turbulence prevention, alongside other industry indicators.
Vietjet operates a modern fleet with a technical reliability rate of 99.72%, among the highest in the region. The airline holds IOSA (IATA Operational Safety Audit) certification as well as ISAGO certification for ground operations safety. Vietjet also actively participates in IATA safety enhancement programs and continues to invest long-term in training, maintenance and engineering, reinforcing the highest safety standards in both regional and global aviation.
In support of its continued growth and operational efficiency, Vietjet has added 22 aircraft within just one month, the largest fleet expansion in the airline’s history, further strengthening its modern fleet and enhancing operational efficiency.
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