Environment Vietnam Airlines Launches "Sustainable Flight Routes" Project 18/03/2024 Hanoi, March 18, 2024 – Since mid-March 2024, Vietnam Airlines has significantly increased the frequency of its flights to Con Dao to meet the growing demand from passengers. As a result, Vietnam Airlines now operates an average of 26 to 30 flights per day between Ho Chi Minh City and Con Dao starting from March 2024. This represents nearly a 50% increase compared to February 2024. The flights are operated by ATR-72 aircraft with two service classes available for passengers: Premium Economy and Economy. With the increased flight frequency, passengers can easily book tickets, meeting the demand for travel from Ho Chi Minh City to Con Dao, or from northern provinces such as Hanoi, Hai Phong, Thanh Hoa, Vinh, and others to the island, with one stopover at Tan Son Nhat Airport. Additionally, Vietnam Airlines has chosen Con Dao as the first location to implement the "Sustainable Flight Routes" project, which includes environmental protection activities aimed at preserving the island's landscape and ecosystem. Starting March 15, all plastic waste and nylon bags from flights are collected and brought back to the mainland for proper disposal. Flight attendants will also promote messages encouraging passengers to join Con Dao's environmental protection campaign by reducing the use of single-use plastic products during their stay on the island. In 2023, air travel accounted for approximately 72% of the total number of tourists visiting Con Dao. The increased flight frequencies not only attract more domestic and international visitors to explore Con Dao but also contribute to the development of the island’s economy, culture, and society. Con Dao is a popular tourist destination known for its beautiful beaches, pristine natural scenery, and historical relics tied to the heroic struggles of the nation. For more details and assistance, Vietnam Airlines passengers can visit the website www.vietnamairlines.com; the “Vietnam Airlines” mobile app; Zalo: https://zalo.me/3149253679280388721; the official fanpage fb.com/VietnamAirlines; ticket offices, official agents, and the customer service hotline 1900 1100.