Written by Sebastian Powell @ LoyaltyLobby
Tony Fernandes, CEO of distressed Malaysia-based Air Asia Group which recently renamed itself Capital A is currently driving an effort to get funding for new operations of the carrier group. The company is seeking upwards of one Billion Ringgit ($238M) in order to secure and expand operations of the carrier conglomerate, some of whose airlines […]
Category: Air Asia
Malaysia’s AirAsia X Offers Creditors To Pay Just 0.5% Of Their $8.1 Billion Debt
Written by Sebastian Powell @ LoyaltyLobby
Air Asia X, the Malaysian medium-longhaul subsidiary of Air Asia that was started by the companies founder Tony Fernandes has amassed a total of US$8.1 Billion in debt and is looking for a large scale debt relief. According to media reports Air Asia X has offered creditors a settlement payment in exchange for a 99.95% […]
Air Asia Reservation System Will Be Offline Tonight (March 23, 2021) Due To System Upgrades
Written by Sebastian Powell @ LoyaltyLobby
Air Asia has posted a notice that their reservation system will undergo a major update tonight on Tuesday March 23, 2021 and that this will affect the administration of bookings as well as the check-in. The maintenance on the reservations system will commence from 11.00pm (GMT +8) on Tuesday, 23 March 2021 to 3.00am on […]
Whine Wednesday: Flying Irresponsibly – Passengers Tightly Packed Together Despite Empty Aircraft Cabin
Written by Sebastian Powell @ LoyaltyLobby
After quite some time I flew Air Asia again this week and once I was on board and every passenger has been seated it showed a shocking disregard for safety and their own health protocols. Despite the airline propagating distancing, cleanliness and mask wearing on their website and printed material the practice on the ground […]
Love is the answer for the travel industry
Written by Mark Ross-Smith @ Travel Data Daily
Something is absent from airline marketing messages in 2020. Something that airlines have spent the better part of the last century branding customers with. That something is love. Let’s rewind back to 2019. You’re about to jump on a plane …
Thai Government To Bail Out Seven Local Airlines At A Cost Of 24 Billion Baht
Written by Sebastian Powell @ LoyaltyLobby
In addition of having to help the ailing Thai Airways (now in bankruptcy proceedings) the Thai Government has announced it will spend 24 billion baht on a bailout for several airlines based in the Kingdom (most of them low cost carriers). The money will go to a total of seven carriers and is conditional upon […]
Air Asia Has Now Scheduled Flights From Bangkok-Suvarnabhumi, Splitting Operations Between Both Local Airports
Written by Sebastian Powell @ LoyaltyLobby
As Air Asia has previously announced they have now loaded flights from Bangkok’s main Suvarnabhumi Airport from September 25, 2020 in addition to their core operations at the old Don Mueang airport in order to compete with other low cost carriers. Until now both VietJet and Scoot (international flights) have been been offering flights from […]
These Airlines Will Thrive in the Future
Written by Mark Ross-Smith @ Travel Data Daily
The airline industry is on its knees and at the mercy of Governments, Shareholders and cashed-up billionaire investors who’ve always wanted to be millionaires. With limited signs of recovery, and an 18-month outlook that looks at best, dire ̵…
Air Asia To Split Their Bangkok Operations Between Both Local Airports, Offering Flights From Suvarnabhumi
Written by Sebastian Powell @ LoyaltyLobby
Air Asia has announced plans to start flights from Bangkok’s main Suvarnabhumi Airport in addition to their core operations at the old Don Mueang airport in order to compete with other low cost carriers. Right now both VietJet and Scoot have been been offering flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport while Air Asia exclusively uses Don Mueang […]
Review: Air Asia – Flying From Yogykarta (JOG) To Bali (DPS) On An Airbus A320
Written by Flying High On Points @ Flying High On Points
We had a delightful Indonesian breakfast (and coffee) at the Concordia Lounge, and it was now time to board the flight to our next destination, Bali. Review: Air Asia – Flying From Yogykarta (JOG) To Bali (DPS) On An Airbus A320 Editor’s Note: This post is part of my ongoing Asia Travel Series, click here […]
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Read MoreReview: Air Asia – Flying Singapore (SIN) To Yogykarta (JOG) On An Airbus A320
Written by Flying High On Points @ Flying High On Points
Leaving behind an amazing 24 Hours in Singapore, and an excellent stay at the Conrad Singapore, it was time to catch a flight to the next stop on my trip: Yogykarta, Indonesia. Review: Air Asia – Flying Singapore (SIN) To Yogykarta (JOG) On An Airbus A320 Editor’s Note: This post is part of my ongoing […]
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Read MoreAerial Photos: Flying DMK-MDL
Written by Flying High On Points @ Flying High On Points
After a nice, but quick, stay at the Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok and a wonderful breakfast at the Grand Club Lounge, it was time to make our way to DMK Airport (Bangkok‘s “other” airport) for our non-stop morning flight to Myanmar. Aerial Photos: Flying DMK-MDL Click here for more posts on Thailand Click here for […]
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Read MoreDLD 269: The Bob Seger special
Written by Seth Miller @ Wandering Aramean
No, we’re not the first people to make that joke about a trip to Kathmandu (and beyond in Nepal). But Seth is there now and having way too much fun so we’re talking about it and lots of other fun travel news as well.
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DLD 269: The Bob Seger special
Written by Seth Miller @ Dots, Lines & Destinations
No, we’re not the first people to make that joke about a trip to Kathmandu (and beyond in Nepal). But Seth is there now and having way too much fun so we’re talking about it and lots of other fun travel news as well.
Using Loyalty Game Mechanics to Increase Revenue Per Seat
Written by Mark Ross-Smith @ Travel Data Daily
Loyalty game mechanics can be a massive revenue driver for both airlines, and their frequent flyer programs. Getting to the advanced state of leveraging from loyalty game mechanics requires data collection, loyalty tracking, and booking integration. Fr…
Air Asia Is Being Sued By Malaysia Airport Authority For Refusing To Pay Increased Passenger Fees, Countersues For Operational Deficiencies
Written by Sebastian Powell @ LoyaltyLobby
Air Asia is currently embroiled in a feud with Malaysia’s Airport Authorities and have now been sued for MYR 36 Mio. in outstanding Passenger Service Charges by Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB). Air Asia’s CEO Tony Fernandes announced last December that the carrier would no longer collect the enhanced passenger service fees and henceforth not […]
DLD 227: Not so fast!
Written by Seth Miller @ Wandering Aramean
A government shutdown and slowing airline expansion both take their toll. Plus an airline brand dies. But mistake fares live on!
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DLD 227: Not so fast!
Written by Seth Miller @ Dots, Lines & Destinations
A government shutdown and slowing airline expansion both take their toll. Plus an airline brand dies. But mistake fares live on!
Air Asia Allegedly Evicted Passengers From A Delayed Plane Through Air Condition On Full Blast
Written by Sebastian Powell @ LoyaltyLobby
Passengers of a delayed Air Asia flight allege the crew used the air condition system to evict them from the plane after they refused to leave the aircraft following a 4 hour+ ground delay. Eye witnesses allege that the carrier used the effect of the condensing, cool conditioned air and loud noise to scare people […]
Air Asia CEO Tony Fernandes Apologizes For (Former) Malaysian Government Propaganda Flight
Written by Sebastian Powell @ LoyaltyLobby
Air Asia CEO Tony Fernandes has issued an apology video for his decision to allow an Air Asia aircraft to be outfitted for a propaganda flight of the recently toppled Malaysian government during the election campaign. Fernandes was apparently in hot water with the ruling party due to his Air Asia X chairwoman being supportive […]