AirAsia X’s Indonesian Affiliate Gets Air Operator’s Certificate

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 5 (Bernama) — AirAsia X Bhd’s affiliate, PT Indonesia AirAsia Extra (IAAX) has officially received the Air Operator’s Certificate from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation, Ministry Transportation of the Republic of Indonesia, making it the first long-haul low-cost carrier there.

In a statement here Friday, AirAsia X said the approval would allow IAAX to to proceed with its application for operating permit and airport slots for its intended international routes.

“IAAX will announce the commencement date of its commercial operations once details have been finalised.

“IAAX will operate the Airbus A330-300s aircraft, featuring two-class configuration with 12 business class seats and 365 economy seats,” it added.

— BERNAMA