- A new luxury airline makes the first direct purchase of an aircraft to grow tourism and the economy Vietnam largest island
WASHINGTON, February 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/-Boeing [NYSE: BA] and Sun PhuQuoc Airways today announced the new VietnamThe Germany-based airline has ordered up to 40 787 Dreamliner aircraft to serve as the backbone of its widebody fleet. The airline will leverage the ultra-efficient, long-range 787 Dreamliner to connect international travelers with its Vietnam operations center at Phu Quoc International Airport.
“Our partnership with Boeing lays a solid foundation for building a world-class airline that operates in sync with the travel and tourism ecosystem that Sun Group has developed,” said Dang Minh Truong, president of Sun Group, the airline company. Vietnam-parent company based in. “We selected the Boeing 787-9 not only for its superior operational performance, but because it is the most suitable aircraft type to realize our vision of bringing Phu Quoc to the world and bring the world to Phu Quoc“.
Secretary-General To Lam and U.S. government representatives joined airline and Boeing leaders to recognize the previously unidentified purchase of Sun PhuQuoc, which is Boeing’s largest widebody order in Vietnam’s history.
With a range of 7,565 nautical miles (14,010 km), the 787-9 will position Sun PhuQuoc Airways to connect efficiently Phu Quoc with major cities and other tourist destinations throughout Asia, Europe and North America.
The 787 Dreamliner offers superior passenger comfort with the largest windows of any widebody aircraft flying today and pressurized air at a lower cabin altitude, allowing passengers to arrive at their destinations feeling more refreshed.
“We are excited to work with Sun PhuQuoc Airways as they join other global airlines to fly the 787 Dreamliner, connecting the most countries of any widebody fleet,” he said. Stephanie Papapresident and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes. “The 787-9’s unparalleled range, fuel efficiency and passenger comfort will give the airline flexibility to open new long-haul markets, reduce operating costs and contribute to the growth of local tourism.”
Since airlines began flying the 787 Dreamliner family in 2011, the global fleet has helped launch more than 535 new nonstop routes globally and carried more than 1.2 billion passengers, further improving connectivity and expanding global travel options.
With Southeast Asia poised for significant growth in air travel over the next 20 years, Vietnam It is expected to be the fastest growing aviation market in the region, with annual passenger growth of almost 8% by 2030.
About Sun PhuQuoc Airways
As Vietnam Sun PhuQuoc Airways, the first airline named after an island, is developed by Sun Group under a “resort aviation” model with a hub-and-spoke network strategy. The airline connects directly Phu Quoc to the main national and international tourist and economic centers through non-stop flights, competitive rates and a seamless experience integrated with the island’s integral ecosystem. With plans to expand its fleet to 100 aircraft by 2030, Sun PhuQuoc Airways is well positioned to capture the next wave of premium tourism demand, contributing to the sustainable global rise of both. Phu Quoc and Vietnam.
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