The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) announced it is contacting German aircraft incident and accident investigation agencies to cooperate. The CAAV also requested Germany to promptly provide information regarding the incident and the investigation's progress.

According to Annex 13 of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), the state where an incident occurs is responsible for organizing the investigation. Consequently, German authorities will lead the effort to determine the cause of the incident involving the Boeing 787-9 operating flight VN34.

Vietnam will cooperate and participate in the investigation process as per Decree 221/2026. This decree outlines the functions and duties of the Vietnamese aviation authority, the aviation safety management mechanism, specialized inspection activities, and the coordination process for aircraft incident and accident investigations.

The Boeing 787-9 aircraft turned back for an emergency landing, with smoke visible behind it upon touching the runway on 15/8. *Clip screenshot*

According to a report by Vietnam Airlines, flight VN34 from Munich to Hanoi departed at 1:57 p.m. local time, which was 6:57 p.m. Vietnam time. Shortly after takeoff, the aircraft's system displayed warnings concerning a tail strike on the runway and tire pressure issues.

The flight crew informed air traffic control and subsequently decided to return to Munich airport for a technical inspection. The aircraft landed safely, and all 271 passengers and 16 crew members were transported to the terminal by air stairs.

The aircraft was then moved to a parking bay for inspection, assessment, and to facilitate the investigation. On the afternoon of 16/8, Vietnam Airlines arranged alternative itineraries for all affected passengers on its flights and those of several other airlines.

Doan Loan