AirAsia boss says industry could return to normal next year
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AirAsia Group Bhd’s chief executive officer said the aviation industry could return to normal next year as international borders gradually reopened, state news agency Bernama reported on Saturday.
Tony Fernandes also called for better government policies to avoid disruptions when travel resumed, and decisions on what would be required to open up borders, including documents needed to travel.
“I think that will be sorted out by September or October when we allow interstate travel and some international flying,” he was quoted saying in a webinar.
Questions & Answers
Q.What is AirAsia's CEO's outlook on the aviation industry's return to normalcy?
What is AirAsia's CEO's outlook on the aviation industry's return to normalcy?
AirAsia Group Bhd's chief executive officer believes the aviation industry could return to normal next year. This is predicated on international borders reopening gradually, according to a report by state news agency Bernama.
Q.What specific actions did Tony Fernandes call for from governments?
What specific actions did Tony Fernandes call for from governments?
Tony Fernandes called for better government policies to prevent disruptions once travel resumes. He also requested clear decisions on requirements for opening borders, including what documents will be needed for international travel.
Q.When does Fernandes anticipate interstate and some international flying might be resolved?
When does Fernandes anticipate interstate and some international flying might be resolved?
Fernandes expects issues around interstate travel and some international flying to be sorted out by September or October. He made this statement during a webinar, anticipating progress in these areas around that time.
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