First officers at AirAsia earn modest salaries compared to full-service and long-haul airlines, largely due to the airline’s low-cost model and short-haul operations.
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AirAsia X (D7) plans to relaunch UK service in 2026 with one-stop flights linking Southeast Asia and London through Bahrain, shifting from its former nonstop model.
Former AirAsia CEO Vijay Gopalan missed an IndiGo flight from Tiruchirappalli after alleged display errors led to confusion over boarding status, sparking debate over airline and airport communication protocols.
Indonesia AirAsia increases Adelaide–Bali services to daily flights from March 2026, boosting travel options and regional connectivity for South Australian passengers.
Airbus is nearing a landmark A220 agreement with AirAsia that could reshape the airline’s regional network and fleet strategy.
AirAsia (AK), Malaysia’s leading low-cost carrier, has approved a new uniform option that allows Muslim female cabin crew to wear the hijab, marking a major change after nearly 25 years of operating with one of the most recognizable uniform styles in the region.
Low-cost carriers have reshaped global air travel, making it easier than ever for millions of passengers to fly affordably without compromising too much on safety or comfort.
AirAsia cabin crew are compensated variably depending on their overall flying hours in a month, experience, and seniority within the carrier.
AirAsia (AK), the Malaysian low-cost airline led by Tony Fernandes, is once again making headlines — this time for the CEO’s open support of cabin crew taking power naps at work.
In 2025, Skytrax has once again recognised the best low-cost airlines in Asia, highlighting those that combine value with reliability.