AirAsia's long-haul operations get a boost with first A330neo

By THE NATION

 

 

AirAsia has taken delivery of its first A330neo aircraft, to be operated by its long-haul affiliate, AirAsia X Thailand.

 

The aircraft was delivered via lessor Avolon and is the first of two A330neos set to join the airline’s fleet by the end of the year.

 

 

The A330neo will bring a step-change in fuel efficiency for AirAsia’s long haul operations, the company said, adding, the new generation A330neo will be based at Bangkok’s Don Mueang International Airport, supporting the airline’s growth and network expansion plans to key markets such as Australia, Japan and South Korea.

 

The AirAsia X Thailand A330-900 features 377 seats in a two-class configuration, comprising 12 premium flatbeds and 365 economy class seats.

 

AirAsia’s long-haul affiliate, AirAsia X currently operates 36 A330-300 aircraft and is the largest customer for the A330neo with 66 orders.

 

Powered by the latest Rolls-Royce Trent 7000 engines, the A330neo provides an unprecedented level of efficiency with 25 per cent lower fuel burn per seat than previous generation competitors, the company said. Equipped with the Airbus Airspace cabin, the A330neo offers a unique passenger experience with more personal space and the latest generation in-flight entertainment system and connectivity.

 

Source: https://www.nationthailand.com/business/30374584

 

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After watching a couple of the promo video's I have to say that AirAsiaX idea of a lie flat bed and mine are vastly different.

377 seats in a a330? Leg space must be amazing!

26 minutes ago, muratremix said:

377 seats in a a330? Leg space must be amazing!

Due to Airbus the sardin can layout (one class) would allow up to 440(!) passengers for the A330-900.

From one of the videos I would guess that economy has the usual low cost 31" pitch.

Hard to believe they would go below on flights to Europe.

 

Just noticed how they pack passengers tight.

They use a 3-3-3 seat configuration.

In comparison TAP (Portugal) uses 2-4-2.

So no question that flying eco in this plane is for the hardened.