AirAsia Order Marks Emphatic Return To Growth Mode

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A massive narrowbody order by AirAsia shows its recent struggles have not dented the carrier’s confidence in its long-term prospects, and also signals it is ready to move on after a fleet growth hiatus. The Malaysia-based low-cost carrier (LCC) signed a deal with Airbus at the Farnborough Airshow...
Adrian Schofield

Adrian is a senior air transport editor for Aviation Week, based in New Zealand. He covers commercial aviation in the Asia-Pacific region.

Thierry Dubois

Thierry Dubois has specialized in aerospace journalism since 1997. An engineer in fluid dynamics from Toulouse-based Enseeiht, he covers the French commercial aviation, defense and space industries. His expertise extends to all things technology in Europe. Thierry is also the editor-in-chief of Aviation Week’s ShowNews. 

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