Vietnam’s Ministry of Construction has submitted a proposal to the Prime Minister seeking approval to revise the national airport system master plan for the 2021–2030 period, with a vision to 2050, with addition of Mang Den and Van Phong airport projects, which are located in the central provinces of Quang Ngai and Khanh Hoa, respectively.
The proposed adjustment comes as Vietnam enters a new development phase requiring rapid yet sustainable growth, aligned with key policy directions set out in recent Politburo resolutions. In this context, several localities have put forward plans for new airports to support socio-economic development as well as national defence and security needs.
Notably, major projects such as Gia Binh International Airport and Phu Quoc International Airport have already had detailed plans approved and are under development to serve key national tasks, including preparations for the APEC Summit scheduled for late 2027.
The ministry emphasized that aviation infrastructure is a highly specialized sector with deep international integration and is one of the country’s three strategic infrastructure breakthroughs. Revising the master plan aims to ensure coordinated, sustainable development in line with global aviation trends, while enhancing regional connectivity and mobilizing investment resources.
Under the proposal, the revised plan will cover the entire network of existing and potential airports nationwide. It will consider adding two new airports—Mang Den and Van Phong—and upgrading Quang Tri Airport (also in central Vietnam) from category 4C to 4E.
The planning revision is expected to be completed within three months of approval. The Ministry of Construction will oversee the process, with the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam responsible for implementation.
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