22-05-2025
- Business
- Free Malaysia Today
AirAsia formalises RM99.5mil charter service contract with armed forces
AirAsia said the service highlights its commitment to leveraging its domestic network and high-frequency flights to provide reliable and efficient transport solutions for the armed forces. (Bernama pic)
LANGKAWI : AirAsia has formalised a charter service contract with the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) worth RM99.5 million, including special aircraft leasing until Aug 1, 2027, which encompasses daily charters and special charter arrangements covering domestic routes throughout Malaysia.
In a statement released in conjunction with the 2025 Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition today, AirAsia said the service highlighted its commitment to leveraging its domestic network and high-frequency flights to provide reliable and efficient transport solutions for the MAF.
'AirAsia will facilitate the movement of MAF personnel using commercial flights from Monday to Friday for duty and welfare travel in tandem with AirAsia's existing commercial flight schedule, ensuring seamless integration while maintaining passenger convenience.
'Additionally, there will be a special charter arrangement involving the exclusive rental of the entire aircraft, dedicated solely to MAF personnel, without mixing with commercial passengers,' it said.
AirAsia Malaysia CEO Fareh Mazputra said the partnership reaffirmed AirAsia's commitment, as the people's airline, to serving the nation and supporting government initiatives.
In addition to air travel, the contract includes comprehensive services such as in-flight meals, luggage handling, and logistical support from the airport to military camps, both ways, to ensure the comfort and wellbeing of MAF personnel.
