AirAsia X to end Mauritius flights in late 1Q17
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AirAsia X (D7, Kuala Lumpur Int’l) has announced its withdrawal from the African market with effect from March 25 of this year.
Arik De, Chief Head of Commercial for AirAsia (AK, Kuala Lumpur Int’l), told Panapress in a statement that the decision to end flights to Mauritius was based on the need to deploy capacity to its strongest markets.
“The suspension of the Mauritius route is a part of the company’s big plan in network restructuring aimed at improving operational efficiencies in term of aircraft utilizations,” it said. “It is also to accelerate capacity growth in AirAsia X key markets of Australia, China, Taiwan, Japan and Korea.”
AirAsia X began flights to the Indian Ocean island in October last year using A330-300 equipment. Insofar as competition to Kuala Lumpur Int’l is concerned, it came up against Air Mauritius (MK, Mauritius).
Questions & Answers
Q.When will AirAsia X stop flying to Mauritius?
When will AirAsia X stop flying to Mauritius?
AirAsia X will end its flights to Mauritius with effect from March 25 of this year. This decision marks its withdrawal from the African market.
Q.Why is AirAsia X ending its Mauritius service?
Why is AirAsia X ending its Mauritius service?
The decision is part of a network restructuring to improve operational efficiencies and aircraft utilisation. AirAsia X aims to deploy capacity to its strongest markets and accelerate growth in Australia, China, Taiwan, Japan, and Korea.
Q.When did AirAsia X start flying to Mauritius?
When did AirAsia X start flying to Mauritius?
AirAsia X began operating flights to the Indian Ocean island in October last year. The service utilised A330-300 equipment for the route.
Q.Which airline was AirAsia X competing with on the Kuala Lumpur International route?
Which airline was AirAsia X competing with on the Kuala Lumpur International route?
AirAsia X faced competition from Air Mauritius on the route to Kuala Lumpur International. This was mentioned regarding the competitive market for the service.
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