 In September 2009, Viva Macau was voted in the “Top 10 Budget Airlines” by the readers of SmartTravelAsia.com for the second consecutive year.Also in September 2009, Viva Macau become the first Macau-based airline to receive certification from the Macau Civil Aviation Authority (AACM) for Extended Twin Engine Operations (ETOPS).ETOPS is the global standard for efficient long distance flight operations.