Vietjet has operated it first flights – from Vietnam - using sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).
The two Vietjet flights using SAF departed from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) in Ho Chi Minh City, bound for Melbourne and Seoul. The sustainable fuel for these flights was supplied by Petrolimex Aviation.
"Vietjet and Petrolimex Aviation have successfully conducted the first international flights using sustainable aviation fuel being fuelled in Vietnam, clearly demonstrating their commitment to sustainable fuel usage,” said Dinh Viet Thang, director general of the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam.
He added: “This is a collective source of pride for the entire industry as we contribute to environmental protection and sustainable development, affirming Vietnam's role as a responsible member of the global aviation community."
Vietjet has committed to Vietnam’s COP26 pledge of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 and has partnered with international experts to research, develop, and implement SAF into its operations.
Dinh Viet Phuong, Vietjet CEO, said: " Today’s Vietjet flights using SAF are particularly meaningful, symbolizing green flights and eco-friendly air travel, offering passengers a wonderful, environmentally conscious flying experience, especially on international routes. As a pioneering airline in the research, development and usage of SAF, Vietjet remains committed to further reducing carbon emissions in aviation and fostering sustainable growth."
These first flights fuelled with SAF extend Vietjet’s commitment to environmental protection and sustainable development .