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100-590: A five-year plan designed to strengthen the airline's presence across Asia. The strategy focused on enhancing connectivity between existing destinations and expanding into new markets such as Vietnam , Indonesia , Southern China and India . As part of this effort, Kota Kinabalu became a hub on 7 July 2006, followed by Kuching on 20 July 2006. These initiatives led to a significant increase in passenger traffic, with AirAsia carrying about 13.9 million passengers in 2007, compared to 5.7 million in 2006. AirAsia expanded its offerings further in 2009 by launching Redbox,
150-455: A former executive at Time Warner (now known as Warner Bros. Discovery ), saw an opportunity to transform AirAsia into a low-cost carrier, inspired by the success of airlines such as Southwest Airlines and Ryanair . This acquisition marked a turning point in AirAsia’s history, setting the stage for its reinvention as a budget airline . After the acquisition, Fernandes and his team rebranded
200-545: A gateway in northern Peninsular Malaysia , Kota Kinabalu International Airport and Kuching International Airport facilitating travel in Malaysian Borneo and Senai International Airport in Johor Bahru , which serves the southern region of Peninsular Malaysia and provides convenient access to and from Singapore . Together, these hubs play a vital role in supporting AirAsia’s extensive network, ensuring that
250-626: A growing number of passengers and flights each year. Ipoh Airport was originally planned to be developed in 1983 under the Fourth Malaysia Plan. During that period, the airport could only accommodate smaller aircraft such as the Fokker models. In response to rising air travel demand, a new terminal was proposed in late 1988, with an allocated budget of RM35 million. This expansion included runway extensions to support larger Boeing 737 aircraft. The construction of these improvements
300-687: A joint venture agreement to establish AirAsia Cambodia, with AirAsia owning majority of the airline. The airline commenced operations on 2 May 2024. AirAsia India was the Indian affiliate of AirAsia. The airline was announced as a joint venture between AirAsia, Arun Bhatia, and Tata Sons on 19 February 2013. It commenced operations on 12 June 2014. The airline is headquartered in Chennai , with its primary hub at Kempegowda International Airport , Bangalore . In November 2020, AirAsia reviewing its India operations run in partnership with Tata Sons signalling
350-596: A key global aviation hub . As part of this expansion strategy, the airline aims to increase its fleet size from 79 to 92 aircraft by the end of 2024, while boosting daily flights from 230 to 258. Additionally, AirAsia plans to add eight new destinations to its network, bringing the total number of destinations to 106, up from 98. The airline’s focus on strengthening regional connectivity involves opening new routes to secondary airports across key regions in Asia, enhancing accessibility for both travelers and businesses. AirAsia
400-473: A key player in the global aviation industry. AirAsia was established on December 20, 1993, by DRB-HICOM , a Malaysian government-owned conglomerate , as a full-service carrier. The airline commenced operations on November 18, 1996, with its inaugural flight from Kuala Lumpur to Langkawi , utilising a Boeing 737-300 . In its early years, AirAsia faced challenges such as high operating costs and competition from established carriers like Malaysia Airlines . By
450-602: A key role in AirAsia’s expansion strategy. In 2003, Thai AirAsia was founded, and in 2005, Indonesia AirAsia was launched. These affiliates allowed the airline to enter new markets, strengthening its regional presence across Southeast Asia. By the end of 2006, AirAsia’s fleet had seen substantial growth, consisting of 35 Boeing 737-300s and eight Airbus A320s . Additionally, the airline placed orders for 100 more Airbus A320 aircraft, which helped increase its capacity and frequency of flights, supporting its expanding network. In late 2006, AirAsia's CEO Tony Fernandes introduced
500-606: A leader in in-flight services . Between 2015 and 2019, AirAsia continued its expansion strategy, both by launching new routes and growing its affiliate network. Notably, the airline established Philippines AirAsia in 2012 and AirAsia India in 2013. However, despite several attempts, AirAsia's plans to enter the Chinese and Vietnamese market with its own airline were eventually abandoned after facing multiple setbacks. During this period, AirAsia continued to earn accolades for its service quality, further solidifying its position as
550-822: A leading low-cost airline. The airline was awarded the title of World's Best Low-Cost Airline by Skytrax for an impressive eleven consecutive years, from 2009 to 2019. The COVID-19 pandemic had a profound impact on the global aviation industry , and AirAsia was no exception. In March 2020, the airline suspended most of its flights due to travel restrictions , resulting in significant revenue losses. This unprecedented situation forced AirAsia to rapidly adapt in order to survive. The airline grounded its fleet and implemented various cost-cutting measures, including layoffs and salary reductions for employees. AirAsia also focused on maintaining liquidity by securing loans and receiving government support. During this challenging period, AirAsia accelerated its digital transformation. In late 2020,
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#1732781078179600-687: A possible exit from the country. The airline was later sold to Tata Sons in 2022, making it a wholly-owned subsidiary of Air India Limited . The airline merged with Air India Express in 2023. AirAsia Japan was the Japanese low-cost airline affiliate of AirAsia based in Nagoya and formerly in Narita . The airline was first announced as a joint venture between AirAsia and All Nippon Airways in 2011. It flew its first flight in August 2012. The joint venture
650-472: A setback for AirAsia's ambitions to strengthen its domestic market . Despite this, the airline remained committed to its strategy of expanding its regional and international networks. In 2014, AirAsia made another significant advancement by becoming the first Malaysian airline to offer onboard Wi-Fi services through its subsidiary, Tune Box. This innovation responded to the increasing demand for connectivity among travelers, reinforcing AirAsia's reputation as
700-724: A significant recovery from its previous financial challenges. The airline focused on point-to-point routes and utilised secondary airports, which helped lower operational costs and improve overall efficiency. Between 2003 and 2006, AirAsia embarked on a rapid expansion of its routes and infrastructure. In December 2003, the airline established a second hub at Senai International Airport in Johor Bahru , expanding its operational reach. AirAsia also began its international operations with flights to Phuket in December 2003, followed by services to Bangkok in February 2004. By April 2005,
750-572: Is Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA), where it utilizes Terminal 2, the low-cost carrier terminal. AirAsia has a network of affiliate airlines catering to regional markets, including Thai AirAsia , Indonesia AirAsia , Philippines AirAsia and AirAsia Cambodia , which have bases in cities including Bangkok , Jakarta , Manila and Phnom Penh . AirAsia X , the airline’s long-haul subsidiary, primarily serves long-distance routes. Together, these carriers form an extensive network connecting Southeast Asia with other parts of Asia, Australia and
800-486: Is also concentrating on its key markets, particularly China and India. In response to Malaysia’s decision to grant visa-free entry to travelers from these two countries starting in December 2023, the airline has significantly ramped up its services. By early 2024, AirAsia plans to operate approximately 230 weekly flights between Malaysia, China and India. Looking beyond the immediate future, AirAsia’s long-term vision focuses on expanding its reach to strategic markets across
850-527: Is different from Wikidata All article disambiguation pages All disambiguation pages Sultan Azlan Shah Airport Sultan Azlan Shah Airport ( IATA : IPH , ICAO : WMKI ) is an airport serving the city of Ipoh in the Malaysian state of Perak . Situated approximately 6 kilometres (3.7 mi) from the city center, it ranks as the seventh busiest airport in Malaysia , accommodating
900-631: Is leasing the land that will be occupied by the headquarters. An AirAsia X flight attendant gave the building the name "RedQuarters" or "RedQ", and its groundbreaking ceremony was held in November 2014. In May 2017, AirAsia planned to open a subsidiary company in Cambodia to handle an increase of tourists from Malaysia visiting to the Cambodian cities of Phnom Penh , Siem Reap and Sihanoukville . On 9 December 2022, AirAsia and Sivilai Asia signed
950-487: Is located at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) , where it operates a substantial portion of its flights. AirAsia operates a broad domestic network within Malaysia, connecting numerous cities and regional hubs across the country. Key destinations include major cities like Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Kota Kinabalu and Kuching. Internationally , AirAsia operates numerous routes across Southeast Asia and beyond, offering destinations in countries such as Thailand, Indonesia,
1000-628: Is the Red Quarters (RedQ) at Kuala Lumpur International Airport in Sepang , Selangor . This facility also serves as the company's registered office . The airline has moved its head office to a new 56,985.1 m (613,383 sq ft), RM140mil facility constructed at klia2 on 7 November 2016. Until the new head office opened, the airline's head office was located in the KLIA LCCT. The new klia2 head office has been scheduled to open at
1050-639: The World Travel Awards 2024 for World’s Leading Low-Cost Airline for the 12th consecutive year and World’s Leading Low-Cost Airline Cabin Crew for the eighth time. The airline has been instrumental in establishing Kuala Lumpur International Airport as a leading low-cost carrier hub. The 2024 OAG Megahubs Index placed KLIA as the world’s second-most connected airport after London-Heathrow , offering more than 14,500 potential low-cost connections. AirAsia accounts for 43% of all flights at KLIA and 74% of
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#17327810781791100-846: The A321neo variant. With this order, the total number of orders that AirAsia had placed for the Airbus A320 family climbed to 592, reaffirming the carrier's position also as the largest airline customer for the Airbus single aisle product line. However, as a consequence of the COVID-19 pandemic on aviation, the orders for the new A320 family of aircraft were reworked by mutual agreement between AirAsia and Airbus in October 2021, with deliveries now scheduled to extend to 2035, among other undisclosed changes in purchase terms. AirAsia formerly operated
1150-518: The Boeing 737 and Airbus A320 families. The new terminal featured expanded departure and arrival halls, full air-conditioning and an increased capacity to handle a larger volume of passengers. Despite these upgrades, the runway was initially restricted to turboprop aircraft due to the emergence of potholes shortly after construction. Although the issue was resolved, similar runway maintenance issues recurred before being permanently addressed, allowing
1200-588: The Farnborough International Air Show in 2016, AirAsia ordered 100 A321neos at an estimated cost of US$ 12.6 Billion dollars at list prices. AirAsia planned to fly these larger aircraft to airports that had infrastructure constraints. AirAsia received its first A320neo in September 2016. At the 2019 Farnborough Air Show, AirAsia further increased its orders for A320 aircraft, in the process also becoming Airbus' largest customer for
1250-482: The Middle East. In 2007, The New York Times described AirAsia as a pioneer of low-cost travel in Asia. The airline is known for its innovative approaches, including introducing ticketless travel through online bookings in 2002. AirAsia has earned numerous accolades, including being named the world’s best low-cost carrier by Skytrax for 15 consecutive years, with the latest recognition in 2024. It also won
1300-502: The Pacific and East Asia , with further ambitions to enter Africa, Europe and North America by 2030. This global expansion strategy underscores AirAsia's aim to enhance its position as a leading low-cost carrier, connecting more regions and catering to a broader, international customer base. AirAsia has rapidly expanded its domestic and international network since its rebranding as a low-cost carrier in 2001. The airline's primary hub
1350-454: The Perak state government announced plans to expand the terminal to increase passenger capacity. Additional upgrades, including an extension of the runway from 2 to 2.5 kilometres (1.2 to 1.6 mi), were anticipated the following year to better support larger aircraft and enhance connectivity. These improvements are aimed at making Ipoh Airport more competitive as a regional hub while addressing
1400-573: The Philippines, Singapore and mainland China. The airline has also expanded into other regions, including India and Australia. This broad network has enabled AirAsia to become a significant player in the regional and international aviation markets, catering to both business and leisure travelers. In addition to its primary operations at KLIA’s low-cost terminal, AirAsia (Malaysia) has developed secondary hubs to enhance regional connectivity. These hubs include Penang International Airport which acts as
1450-447: The airline as a low-cost carrier on January 15, 2002. This strategic shift involved adopting a no-frills service model, enabling AirAsia to offer fares that were significantly lower than those of its competitors, particularly Malaysia Airlines. Promotional fares began as low as MYR 10 (approximately US$ 2.63), which attracted a large number of passengers . In its first year under the low-cost model, AirAsia achieved profitability, marking
1500-520: The airline can efficiently serve its domestic and international markets. As of July 2024 , AirAsia Malaysia operates the following aircraft: Previously operating the Boeing 737-300 , AirAsia has now completely converted to the Airbus A320 family . In June 2011, AirAsia ordered 200 Airbus A320neos at the Paris Air Show . The planes were originally due to become available in 2015, and
1550-532: The airline further broadened its network by adding Manila and Xiamen to its destinations. AirAsia was also quick to embrace technological advancements, becoming a pioneer in the region. In 2002, the airline introduced ticketless travel via online bookings , becoming the first airline in Asia to do so. This innovation revolutionized ticket purchasing. Additionally, the airline launched SMS booking services, allowing customers to book flights directly from their mobile phones. The growth of affiliate airlines played
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1600-1138: The airline launched the Airasia Super App, diversifying its business model beyond air travel to include services such as food delivery , e-commerce and logistics. This move was aimed at adapting to changing consumer behaviors and maintaining a steady revenue stream in the face of reduced air travel. As vaccination rates increased and travel restrictions began to ease in 2021, AirAsia gradually resumed its operations. The airline restarted domestic flights within Malaysia in April 2021, focusing initially on rebuilding its domestic network before reintroducing international routes. By late 2022, AirAsia began reinstating international routes, prioritizing key markets within ASEAN and beyond. The airline targeted popular destinations in Thailand, Indonesia and India to restore its pre-pandemic network. AirAsia's recovery continued throughout 2022, as demand for travel rebounded. By
1650-442: The airport. Additionally, with the introduction of electric train services that provided direct links to Kuala Lumpur , Malaysia Airports began to re-evaluate the financial sustainability of Ipoh Airport. To revitalise the airport, a new terminal building was constructed along with an extended runway at a cost of RM45 million. The runway was lengthened to 2,000 metres (6,600 ft) to allow operations by larger aircraft such as
1700-574: The airport’s low-cost carrier capacity, operating 112 international and 14 domestic routes. Beyond aviation, AirAsia has sponsored various sports teams, including the Malaysia national football team , Singapore national football team , Jamshedpur FC and Queens Park Rangers in England. The airline has also supported major events, such as the Asia leg of Taylor Swift 's Red Tour . With its extensive network and strategic partnerships, AirAsia remains
1750-553: The city center, such as Seri Iskandar or Batang Padang near Tapah , though no concrete actions have been implemented. Another proposal suggested utilizing Ipoh as a feeder airport, as it faces challenges competing with larger airports in Penang and Kuala Lumpur . While several airlines have expressed interest in adding routes to Ipoh, only Tigerair (now Scoot) has established operations. Airlines from China and Indonesia have also indicated interest in future services. In March 2017,
1800-672: The creation of a new entity, AirAsia Group Berhad, was proposed, but by August 2024, the decision was made to directly acquire AirAsia and AAAGL instead. This acquisition, expected to be finalized by the end of 2024, is projected to provide access to over 200 aircraft and 361 future aircraft orders from Capital A's aviation portfolio, integrating narrow-body and wide-body aircraft into a unified fleet. This enhanced fleet aims to improve operational efficiency, expand service offerings and bolster AirAsia’s competitive position across key market segments. In late 2024, AirAsia outlined ambitious plans to position Kuala Lumpur International Airport as
1850-409: The deal was one of the largest ever for commercial aircraft in a single order. The deal was worth US$ 18 billion at list prices, although AirAsia will have obtained a substantial discount from those prices. The deal makes AirAsia Airbus' single biggest customer. On 13 December 2012, AirAsia placed an order for an additional 100 Airbus A320 jets, splitting it between 64 A320neo and 36 A320ceo. At
1900-716: The end of 2015. The former registered office was on level 13 of the Menara Prima Tower B in Petaling Jaya . RedQ is scheduled to hold about 2,000 AirAsia and AirAsia X employees. Aireen Omar, the AirAsia Country CEO of Malaysia, stated that the headquarters needed to be redesigned because in the klia2 plans the location of the control tower had been changed. Construction on the facility was scheduled to begin in July 2014. Malaysia Airports Holdings
1950-444: The end of the year, the airline had carried approximately 9.95 million passengers. In 2023, AirAsia significantly increased its capacity, with a nine-fold increase in available seats compared to the previous year. This expansion was driven by the resumption of routes and the addition of new aircraft to its fleet. Additionally, the airline expanded its international network by reintroducing routes between Thailand and China, capitalizing on
2000-502: The following aircraft: AirAsia offers "Santan" menu, with options to buy on board offering food, drinks, merchandise and duty free for purchase. Pre-purchase of "Santan" meals is available at a lower price than on board, and with additional options AirAsia is accredited by the KL Syariah Index of Bursa Malaysia, and in accordance with Shariah principles, it does not serve alcohol or pork . However, this applies only to
2050-525: The global aviation downturn after the September 11 attacks . By September 2001, AirAsia’s debt had risen to around US$ 11 million, leaving the company on the brink of collapse . On September 5, 2001, Tony Fernandes and Kamarudin Meranun acquired AirAsia through their company Tune Air Sdn Bhd for a nominal sum of one ringgit (approximately US$ 0.26), taking on its considerable liabilities. Fernandes,
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2100-485: The growing demand from travelers eager to visit these popular destinations. On 8 January 2024, AirAsia X signed a non-binding agreement with Capital A to fully acquire AirAsia Bhd and AirAsia Aviation Group Limited (AAAGL), which oversees AirAsia’s affiliates outside Malaysia. The plan involves merging AirAsia Malaysia, Indonesia AirAsia , Philippines AirAsia and AirAsia Cambodia under the AirAsia X brand. Initially,
2150-422: The late 1990s, AirAsia had accumulated substantial debts, amounting to approximately MYR 40 million (around US$ 10.5 million). Efforts to stabilise the airline included route expansion, leasing aircraft for Hajj charters and internal discussions about potential management changes. However, these initiatives were insufficient to address the airline's structural issues. The situation deteriorated further following
2200-612: The region. In May 2015, Tigerair , now Scoot , began services to Ipoh, further enhancing its international reach. AirAsia resumed its Johor Bahru-Ipoh service in October 2018 and added a new routes to Singapore in December 2018 and Langkawi in 2020. These additions strengthened Ipoh Airport’s position as a growing regional airport, offering more options for both domestic and international travel. The Malaysian Government has explored relocation options for Ipoh Airport, constrained by surrounding residential areas that limit further expansion. Potential sites considered include areas farther from
2250-507: The regional AirAsia group flights, and not to the AirAsia X flights, which do sell wine and beer on board. AirAsia is taking the first steps towards starting its own frequent-flyer programme . The airline has signed an agreement to start a joint venture with financial services firm Tune Money to launch a programme called "BIG". Under this programme, it will issue loyalty points to AirAsia customers and third-party merchants. Points can then be used to redeem AirAsia flights. The head office
2300-399: The runway to be used daily by various aircraft. In September 2014, Firefly resumed operations at Ipoh Airport with a route to Singapore , followed by Malindo Air (now Batik Air Malaysia) in October 2014, which introduced routes to Subang , Johor Bahru and Medan , Indonesia . Srivijaya Air also launched a route to Medan in November 2014, expanding the airport’s connectivity within
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2400-491: The space limitations of its current location. AirAsia Capital A Berhad ( MYX : 5099 ), operating as AirAsia (stylized as airasia ) is a Malaysian multinational low-cost airline headquartered near Kuala Lumpur , Malaysia. Established in 1993 and commencing operations in 1996, the airline is the largest in Malaysia by fleet size and destinations. It operates scheduled domestic and international flights to over 166 destinations across 25 countries. Its primary hub
2450-403: The world’s first low-cost courier service . The same year, the airline began flights from Penang to Hong Kong , adding Penang as another hub in its network. In 2011, AirAsia entered into a controversial share swap agreement with Malaysia Airlines, aiming to reduce competition between the two carriers. However, due to regulatory concerns, this partnership was dissolved in early 2012, marking
2500-601: Was completed in August 1989, with the terminal expected to be operational by mid-September of that year. During its peak, Ipoh Airport served a significant number of passengers, partly due to Malaysia Airlines operating services to and from the city. However, following the opening of the North-South Expressway , many travelers opted for alternative transportation methods, which offered more cost-effective options compared to air travel. Consequently, Malaysia Airlines and later AirAsia ceased their services from
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