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Vietnam Airlines adjusts flight schedules due to fire incident near UK's Heathrow Airport

A Vietnam Airlines representative stated that the incident may cause disruptions to other flights in the airline’s schedule. Passengers affected by these unavoidable changes at the Heathrow Airport will receive support in accordance with the airline's policies.

A large fire breaks out near Heathrow Airport. (Photo: nguoiduatin)
A large fire breaks out near Heathrow Airport. (Photo: nguoiduatin)

Hanoi (VNA) – Due to a fire incident near London’s Heathrow Airport on March 21, Vietnam Airlines flight VN55 from Hanoi to London was rerouted to land at Munich Airport in Germany.

Additionally, flight VN56 from London to Hanoi has also undergone a schedule adjustment. Vietnam Airlines will provide further updates on the revised schedules of the two flights as new information becomes available.

A Vietnam Airlines representative stated that the incident may cause disruptions to other flights in the airline’s schedule. Passengers affected by these unavoidable changes at the Heathrow Airport will receive support in accordance with the airline's policies.

The airline advises passengers with upcoming travel plans to, from, or through Heathrow to stay updated via the official Vietnam Airlines website (www.vietnamairlines.com), mobile app, Zalo messaging service, official Facebook page, ticket offices, authorized agents, or customer service hotlines at 1900 1100 (Vietnam) and +84 24 38320320 (international)./.

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