AirAsia Considers Major Airbus A220 Order, marking a potential strategic shift in fleet planning for one of Southeast Asia’s largest low-cost airline groups as it evaluates expansion beyond its traditionally single-aisle Airbus fleet.
AirAsia Nears Major Airbus A220 Jet Acquisition as the Southeast Asian low-cost carrier prepares a significant expansion and diversification of its fleet strategy.
AirAsia is preparing to take delivery of a new Airbus A321neo, marking another step forward in the airline’s ongoing fleet modernization program. The aircraft, carrying the manufacturer serial number (MSN) 12612 and registered as 9M-VAJ, is configured in a single-class cabin layout with 236 economy seats, optimizing capacity for the carrier’s high-demand regional routes.
AirAsia is preparing to welcome a new Airbus A321neo into its fleet, with the aircraft carrying the manufacturer serial number (MSN) 11612. The jet is an A321-251NX variant, powered by two CFM International LEAP-1A32 engines, which are among the most fuel-efficient engines in their class and designed to deliver significant reductions in emissions and operating costs.
AirAsia is exploring a potential fleet expansion with the COMAC C919, marking what could become a historic order for the Chinese-built narrowbody aircraft. Tony Fernandes, CEO of Capital A, AirAsia’s parent company, revealed during the Belt and Road Summit in Hong Kong that the group is in active discussions with COMAC to acquire the type. If finalized, this would make AirAsia the first foreign…
Qatar Airways has revealed that it will introduce three Airbus A321neo aircraft into its fleet, marking a notable departure from its usual premium-focused strategy. The narrowbodies will be delivered in an all-economy layout of 236 seats, a high-density configuration that contrasts with the airline’s traditional cabin products.
AirAsia Aviation Group, headquartered in Malaysia, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airbus for the acquisition of 50 A321XLR aircraft. In addition to this firm commitment, the group has retained conversion rights for another 20 aircraft, offering flexibility based on market dynamics and future growth.
AirAsia Aviation Group, based in Malaysia, is in active negotiations with Airbus to convert a portion of its existing narrowbody aircraft orders to the A321XLR, as part of its broader post-restructuring fleet strategy. This shift reflects the group’s intent to optimize long-range narrowbody capabilities for future growth.
Capital A, the parent company of AirAsia, is actively considering a major fleet expansion with plans to purchase between 50 and 70 A321XLR aircraft, and is also in discussions to acquire as many as 100 regional jets, either the Airbus A220 or Embraer’s E2 series. However, CEO Tony Fernandes emphasized that the company’s immediate priority remains the completion of its ongoing restructuring process.
AirAsia is reportedly in advanced negotiations to place a significant aircraft order for at least 100 Airbus jets at the upcoming Paris Airshow, marking a major step in the low-cost carrier’s fleet modernization and growth plans. The potential deal is expected to include Airbus A220 aircraft, while the airline is also evaluating Embraer’s E2 series as a competitive option.
