Tourism Indochina:AirAsia Abolishes Fuel Surcharges across its Entire Network

Tourism Indochina:AirAsia Abolishes Fuel Surcharges across its Entire Network

(Tourism Indochina:Date : 2008-11-18):

Asia’s leading low cost carrier, AirAsia has announced that it will be the first in the world to waive fuel surcharges across its entire network including AirAsia X destinations.

Beginning on Tuesday, November 11 both international and domestic passengers flying with AirAsia and AirAsia X will only have to pay the airlines low fares, airport taxes and administration fees.

AirAsia will commemorate this special “No more Fuel Surcharge” initiative with the launch of a regional campaign, which will give away 500,000 free seats.

AirAsia passengers can book their free seats* to all of the airlines destinations with no fuel surcharge from 12– 16 November 2008 for travel between 22 June – 24 October 2009.

Dato’ Sri Tony Fernandes, Group CEO, AirAsia Berhad said: “We make every effort to ensure that we measure up to our guests’ expectations and give them the best value for their travel plans. With our brand new modern fleet fitted with leather seats and spacious cabin, an array of hot meals to choose from, high quality service, fun and friendly cabin crew, our On Time Guarantee services and now, topped with AirAsia’s “No Fuel Surcharge” initiative, AirAsia is indeed the airline to travel with.

“AirAsia’s No Fuel Surcharge is aimed to live up to AirAsia’s commitment in offering truly low fares. We believe in giving a fair and positive experience. This initiative recognizes the current economic situation and the need to provide more affordable and transparent air fares for business and leisure travellers. To top it all, we are offering 500,000 free seats to all AirAsia domestic, regional and international destinations and will shoulder the fuel surcharges from now on as a token of gratitude to our loyal guests.”

Mr Fernandes continued: “With the current economic uncertainties, we understand how important low cost travel is to the people and the economy of ASEAN countries. By abolishing our fuel surcharges, our low fares will stimulate new demand and boost tourism, thus bringing new revenue through visitor spending, stimulating employment, export earnings, and foreign investment. In addition, our increased flight frequencies and low fares can also help to bridge strong social and family ties especially for expatriates by providing accessible opportunities to return home.

“When other airlines began levying higher fuel surcharges after international fuel prices skyrocketed, AirAsia maintained the same low fuel surcharge. Instead, we expanded our route network strategically tapping new underserved markets and we use innovation and technology to remain at the forefront. Being the


1 people’s airline, it is our commitment to offer the lowest fares and provide an amazing 5-star value to our guests.”

With the launch of AirAsia’s “No More Fuel Surcharge” initiative today, AirAsia’s published fares will exclude airport taxes and administration charges.


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