AirAsia to receive 14 new aircraft in 2025

Bangkok : AirAsia Aviation Group announced to receive 14 new aircraft in 2025-four directly from European planemaker Airbus and 10 from lessors. The move is aimed at supporting the increasing travel demand across Asean and beyond.

Asia Pacific passenger numbers are set to grow by 7.9 per cent in 2025, the fastest globally, according to International Air Transport Association (IATA).

Reflecting this momentum, AirAsia's internal guidance targets 70 million passengers for FY2025, representing an 11 per cent year-on-year increase. To achieve this, the Group is expanding capacity, enhancing connectivity, and optimizing its network for greater efficiency.

On the development, Bo Lingam, Group CEO, AirAsia Aviation Group, said, "We have had a great start to 2025, and we are excited as AirAsia's future growth is fully secured, with the next 56 aircraft already financed. This gives us an unmatched runway for expansion, allowing us to scale with absolute certainty whilst delivering the most affordable and reliable travel experience."

Airbus A321XLR and A321LR will be game-changing in resetting low-cost regional and long-haul connectivity, while the Airbus A330 fleet will be optimized for long-haul routes, supporting AirAsia's push into new intercontinental markets.