Lao Airlines
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Lao Airlines (QV/LAO) is the flag carrier of Laos, founded in 1976 and based at Wattay International Airport in Vientiane. The airline operates regional services across Southeast Asia using a modern fleet of Airbus and ATR turboprops.
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Lao Airlines (IATA: QV, ICAO: LAO) is the national airline of Laos, established in 1976. As the country's primary carrier, it operates from its main hub at Wattay International Airport in Vientiane, serving regional routes across Southeast Asia and connecting Laos to major neighbouring travel hubs.
The airline's fleet comprises two aircraft families: the Airbus A320 for mainline regional routes and the ATR 72 for shorter sectors and secondary markets. This mix allows Lao Airlines to balance capacity and operational efficiency across its network, serving both high-demand corridors and smaller regional airports where larger jets are impractical.
As Laos's flag carrier for over four decades, Lao Airlines plays a key role in the country's air connectivity. The airline focuses on dependable regional service rather than long-haul operations, making it the primary choice for travellers connecting Laos to Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, and other Southeast Asian destinations.