AirAsia warns of free ticket scam
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AirAsia has issued a public warning about a social media post, claiming to offer free flight tickets through an online survey.
The post asks participants to answer several questions to redeem vouchers, the low-cost carrier said in a statement on Monday.
“There is also another scam circulating on Facebook, offering 268 free tickets in conjunction with AirAsia’s 28th anniversary.
“Both scams used the AirAsia brand without authorisation and aim to lure the public to participate in it,” it added.
The airline said it will not be held liable for any claims pertaining to the false scheme and will not hesitate to take legal action against individuals or groups that organise illegal schemes using the AirAsia brand.
Questions & Answers
Q.What is AirAsia warning the public about?
What is AirAsia warning the public about?
AirAsia is warning about a social media post that claims to offer free flight tickets through an online survey. Another scam on Facebook promises 268 free tickets for their 28th anniversary.
Q.How do these scams typically work?
How do these scams typically work?
The scams usually involve asking participants to answer several questions to redeem vouchers. They use the AirAsia brand without authorisation to lure the public into participating in the scheme.
Q.What action will AirAsia take regarding these scams?
What action will AirAsia take regarding these scams?
AirAsia will not be liable for any claims related to these false schemes. They also stated they would not hesitate to take legal action against those organising such illegal activities.
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