AirAsia granted Regulatory Approval

AirAsia granted Regulatory Approval

In advance of the 1 April touchdown of AirAsia’s inaugural flight at Christchurch, the Malaysia-based carrier announced today it has received final approvals from the Ministry of Transport and CAA to operate into New Zealand.

“Securing a regulatory license is a long but important process,” says CEO Azran Osman-Rani. “We express our continued appreciation to the New Zealand Government for the support being provided to facilitate our entry into New Zealand.”

Despite the 22 February quake, Osman-Rani says AirAsia has been unwavering in its decision to introduce New Zealand to its 139-destination regional and international network.

“More so than ever, the South Island deserves our support. Ticket sales following our initial discount fare launch in December last year proved to be the most popular launch in the airline’s history.

“We remain 100 per cent committed to the destination and look forward to getting New Zealanders onboard and introducing them to the travel possibilities achievable through our impressive network.”

ABOUT AIRASIA AND AIRASIA X

AirAsia, the leading and largest low-cost carrier in Asia, services the most extensive network with 139 routes covering destinations in Asia, Australia and Europe.

Within 8 years of operations, AirAsia has carried 100 million guests and grown its fleet from just two aircraft to approximately 94. The airline has established operations based in Malaysia, Indonesia and Thailand, servicing a network stretching across all ASEAN countries, China, India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and Australia. This is further complemented by AirAsia X, its low-cost long-haul affiliate carrier that currently flies to destinations in China, Australia, India, Taiwan, Korea, France and the UK.

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