Noi Bai International Airport was established on February 28, 1977, as part of Vietnam's efforts to rebuild the country following the severe devastation of war.

Over the past 44 years, the legendary land of Soc Son has witnessed remarkable transformations. From a modest airport with limited facilities in its early days, Noi Bai has steadily developed into a safe and attractive aviation gateway, recognized by passengers as one of the world's best airports for five consecutive years. It has become a source of pride for the people of Hanoi and Vietnam as a whole.

Looking back on this journey, several important milestones have contributed to shaping the modern and well-equipped Noi Bai International Airport we know today:

• 1978: Noi Bai International Airport operated with a basic passenger terminal.

• 2001: Passenger Terminal T1 was inaugurated with a designed capacity of 6 million passengers per year.

• 2013: Hall E was inaugurated, increasing Terminal T1's total capacity to 9 million passengers annually.

• 2014: Phase 1 of International Terminal T2 was completed and put into operation, with a capacity of 10 million passengers per year, serving international flights.

• 2018: Terminal T1 was renovated, increasing the domestic terminal's capacity to 15 million passengers annually.

• 2020: Phase 2 of the Terminal T2 expansion project was launched, aiming to increase its capacity to 15 million passengers per year.

With two passenger terminals, one cargo terminal, an integrated road transport network, continuously improved airside infrastructure, and regularly upgraded facilities and equipment, Noi Bai International Airport has developed the capability to safely accommodate some of the world's most advanced aircraft, including the Airbus A350 and Boeing 787.

With aviation safety and security and passenger service quality firmly established as its two core priorities, Noi Bai International Airport has made significant progress over the years.

Before the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, the airport maintained double-digit growth in air traffic for several consecutive years, continuously strengthening the reputation and standing of the Noi Bai brand both nationally and internationally.

At the same time, the airport has worked to create a distinctive cultural atmosphere, offering memorable experiences and meaningful connections for passengers traveling through its terminals.

Through these efforts, Noi Bai continues striving to fulfill its role as Hanoi's important international aviation and commercial gateway, while introducing visitors to the warmth, friendliness and hospitality of Vietnam and its people from the moment they arrive in this S-shaped country with more than 4,000 years of history.

These achievements have been made possible through the attention and support of government ministries, regulatory authorities and Airports Corporation of Vietnam (ACV), the airport's parent company.

Above all, they reflect the collective dedication, knowledge, hard work and commitment of generations of former leaders, employees, organizations, businesses and airlines working together within the One Noi Bai Family.

For these individuals, their work is more than simply a profession. Noi Bai is their second home, a place where they have devoted their talents and energy, built their careers and grown both personally and professionally.

As Noi Bai International Airport celebrates its 44th anniversary, the world continues to battle the SARS-CoV-2 virus and the devastating consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Nevertheless, with Vietnam's determination and decisive efforts, we remain hopeful that the pandemic will be brought under control in 2021, allowing the Vietnamese aviation industry to recover strongly, the economy to regain momentum, and employees' jobs and incomes to be secured.

With this hope, we look forward to celebrating Noi Bai International Airport's 45th anniversary in 2022 with renewed confidence, optimism and joy.

Noi Bai International Airport, February 28, 1977 – February 28, 2021: 44 years of progress, one shared vision, moving towards sustainable development!