Rogue Staff Unprofessional Service Leading To Missing A Flight

HXK

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Company Name
VietJet Air
Website Name
https://www.vietjetair.com/
Loss Amount
540
Ratings
1.00 star(s)
I am writing to formally lodge a complaint regarding my recent experience in particular with Viet Jet's ground crew during my flight VJ876 on April 6, 2025, at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN).

My group of four, which included two paid check-in bags with ample weight allowance, faced significant delays during the check-in process. Mr. Dang Van Hoang (Staff ID: VJC4487) intentionally slowed the entire process, including weighing our luggage and checking in each of our passports, after we rejected his insistence to purchase seats in the front row. He then insisted that I wear an additional jacket, which I intended to use on the plane when it got cold, or he would weigh it along with our luggage. This unnecessary encounter lasted over 40 minutes and caused us to miss our flight after enduring a lengthy security check.

Moreover, despite the challenges we faced, the situation was further exacerbated when the gate closed early without any final call or assistance from your staff. Those of us still stuck in the customs queue were left without guidance or support, while other airlines, such as Scoot, demonstrated better customer care by ensuring their passengers were informed. This lack of communication and assistance during a critical time was disappointing and further diminished our travel experience, and it ultimately led to us missing our flight.

Despite the fact that there were at least seven customers at the counter when the gate closed and the flight had not yet taken off, the ground crew failed to arrange for us to board the plane. Instead, they insisted that we purchase tickets for a flight the following day and forced us to sign a letter to cancel our customs exit entry, threatening that we would be logged in the departure terminal’s restricted area if we did not comply. This lack of support not only added to our frustration but also unnecessarily prolonged the process, severely restricting our ability to purchase tickets from another airline to return to Hong Kong on the same day.

The rude attitude and unprofessional conduct of Mr. Hoang, combined with the inadequate support from your team, not only caused undue stress and inconvenience but also resulted in significant financial losses, including but not limited to approximately 538.87 USD for additional flight bookings, around 38.52 USD for another night’s hotel and transportation costs, and the loss of a working day.

This is the worst experience I ever had for over 300 flight in my life. Not only did I missed the flight, suffered financial loss and wasted my time, it also gave me a very bad ending for my Vietnam Trip
 
Hello @HXK

We have reviewed your detailed account concerning the incident on April 6, involving VietJet Air's ground staff during flight VJ876 at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN). The allegations of deliberate delays, coercion to purchase premium seats, and lack of assistance culminating in a missed flight are serious and warrant immediate attention.

Legal Grounds:

  1. Deficiency in Service: The intentional delay and lack of support from the airline staff constitute a deficiency in service, violating consumer protection principles.
  2. Unfair Trade Practice: Coercing passengers to purchase additional services under duress can be deemed an unfair trade practice.
  3. Negligence: Failure to provide timely assistance and information, especially when passengers are at risk of missing their flight, reflects negligence on the part of the airline.

Recommended Legal Actions:

  1. Draft and Send a Legal Notice: Address a formal legal notice to VietJet Air, outlining the incident, the financial losses incurred (approximately $577.39), and demanding:
    • A full refund of the additional expenses incurred due to the missed flight.
    • Compensation for the inconvenience, mental anguish, and lost workday.
    • A formal apology from the airline acknowledging the misconduct of their staff.
  2. File a Complaint with Consumer Forum: If the airline fails to respond satisfactorily within 15 days, escalate the matter by filing a complaint with the appropriate consumer protection authority in your jurisdiction. Provide all relevant documentation, including:
    • Flight tickets and boarding passes.
    • Receipts of additional expenses (hotel, transportation, new flight bookings).
    • Correspondence with the airline.
    • Case Files like Index, Memo, Event and Affidavit.

Additional Recommendations:

  • Document Everything: Maintain a comprehensive record of all communications and transactions related to this incident.
We understand the distress and inconvenience caused by this incident and are committed to assisting you in seeking redress. Should you require further assistance in drafting the notice or navigating the complaint process, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Regards,
 
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