Vietnam’s aviation sector is managing operational pressure as engine shortages force multiple aircraft out of service.
Aircraft grounded
The US Department of Transportation (DOT) issued a Notice of Enforcement Discretion on December 10, 2025, exempting airlines from customer service commitments during cancellations caused by emergency airworthiness directives.
A brand new JetBlue (B6) Airbus A220-300 has been grounded after its wingtip collided with the terminal, breaking windows of an Applebee’s restaurant.
Spirit Airlines (NK) has grounded 5 aircraft after a corrosive fire suppression foam system unexpectedly activated inside its maintenance hangar at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) on July 4, 2025
Go First fleet is largely grounded due to problems with the engines. Only 31 of the 59 Go First aircraft are active, according to the fleet tracking website, and 28 are parked.