Vietnam Airlines considers Airbus, Embraer regional jet order

HANOI: Vietnam Airlines JSC is exploring an order for about 20 Airbus SE or Embraer SA regional jets to expand domestic capacity, according to people familiar with the matter.

The Hanoi-based national carrier has been meeting aircraft manufacturers and airlines using the A220 and Embraer’s rival E2 jets as part of its deliberations, said the people, who asked not to be identified because the discussions are confidential.