The AirAsia group continues to develop its multi-hub strategy with confirmation that its Thailand-based associate company has received an Air Operator’s Certificate.
Thai AirAsia X can now begin applying for operating permits and slots on intended international routes.
A launch date for the low-cost, long-haul airline’s services out of Bangkok has yet to be announced, and it may be delayed until the political situation in Thailand settles down.
The Don Mueang-based airline will lease two Airbus A330-300s from a subsidiary of AirAsia X for its first year.
Azran Osman-Rani, CEO of AirAsia X, said Thai AirAsia X would offer connecting fly-thru services with Thai AirAsia’s short haul domestic and regional network.
"The establishment of our Thai hub will see the beginning of AirAsia X’s strategic multi hub plan turn into reality," he added.
Along with Kuala Lumpur and Bangkok, AirAsia X is also planning to hub out of Bali.
