Hanoi, Oct. 26 -- Domestic airlines have been urged to proactively develop plans to resume, maintain and expand their domestic flight networks in late 2026 and 2027.

In an interview granted to the Vietnam News Agency (VNA), Director of the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) suggested that airlines should identify routes to be resumed or newly launched, as well as existing routes on which flight frequencies could be increased. They should also outline implementation plans and timelines for the final months of 2026 and 2027, assess market demand, and evaluate fleet deployment options and operational sustainability.

Airlines were also encouraged to share difficulties and obstacles and propose solutions concerning infrastructure con...