Hanoi (VNA), Jan. 24 -- Director of the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) Dinh Viet Thang has issued a directive, asking airport s, air traffic service suppliers, airlines and aviation service providers to adopt Level-1 aviation security measures during the Lunar New Year (Tet) Festival from February 6-16.

Anticipating a surge in both flight frequency and number of passengers compared to the previous Lunar New Year, particularly at Tan Son Nhat International Airport, the CAAV has taken measures to enhance operational efficiency.

Among the preemptive steps taken, the CAAV has increased takeoff and landing slots and bolstering air traffic management services at the Tan Son Nhat airport, ensuring smooth operations both day and nig...