Vietnam has one of the world’s most budding airline industries that is powered by the country’s ever-growing tourism along with the development of commerce and trade too. The Southeast Asian country soon aspires to compete with rivals like Singapore and Thailand in the aviation landscape with two massive airlines expected to lead a revolution.

The Vietnamese flag carrier, Vietnam Airlines (VN), is majorly owned by the government while leading low-cost operator VietJet Air (VJ) was established in 2007 and commenced operations four years afterward, thereby becoming the first privately owned airline in the country. Between them, Vietnam and VietJet employ thousands of pilots, locally and from overseas.

Vietnam Airlines Pilots Salary

Vietnam Airlines has a fleet of 93 aircraft, with a century not being too far away. They fly to 66 destinations around the world and are also in the midst of expanding coverage to the United States from their two operating bases, Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. VN’s association with SkyTeam is proving particularly crucial in the carrier’s ambitious growth plans.

Vietnam Airlines bases its captains out of Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, both, while their bases may be changed occasionally with deadhead movements also frequent subject to the operational requirements. Captains are offered contracts ranging between two and five years, depending on factors such as experience, nationality, and aircraft type amongst others.

Generally, the salary of the commanders flying for Vietnam Airlines tends to range between US$10,000 and US$18,000 per month, or from US$120,000 to US$216,000 annually. This figure is subject to seniority and experience within the airline, while appraisals and bonuses are also common each year depending on the individual’s as well as the company’s performance.