Thursday 28 Mar 2024
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KUALA LUMPUR (Sep 12): Low cost carrier AirAsia Group is prepared to invest or become a joint-venture partner or play another role in the development of low-cost carriers' (LCC) airports and terminals in Thailand, according to the Bangkok Post.

AirAsia group chief executive Tan Sri Tony Fernandes was quoted as saying the aviation industry is at a stage whereby there will be LCC airports and terminals in Thailand.

While he declined to comment on the latest outcome from discussions with Thai authorities, Fernandes said the airline’s proposition regarding dedicated terminals and airports, floated two years ago, has made good progress.

AirAsia has been keen to see Thailand and Asean set up airports and terminals, especially to serve the burgeoning budget air travel traffic and as means to drive down costs among LCCs and passengers. 

The LCCs and terminals Fernandes referred to are those facilities with only minimal essential provisions, minus luxurious and comfortable features seen in modern airports like Singapore’s Changi airport.

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