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AirAsia X Wants To Launch Airbus Flights To Europe

By Maria Santos
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AirAsia X is looking to launch flights to Europe using the Airbus A330neo. Flights could commence as soon as 2019, with the airline keen to reenter the market as quickly as possible.

AirAsia X previously operated flights to Europe, but suspended these flights back in 2012. Now, it seems that the airline is ready to restart these flights. AirAsia X have 100 A330neo aircraft on order, with deliveries due to start later this year. As well as eyeing European service for these new planes, they may also look to start flying to the US too.

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Which aircraft type does AirAsia X plan to use for its European flights?

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AirAsia X intends to launch flights to Europe using the Airbus A330neo. These new planes are also being considered for potential US services.

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When did AirAsia X previously operate flights to Europe?

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AirAsia X previously operated flights to Europe before suspending them in 2012. The airline is now keen to re-enter the market.

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How many Airbus A330neo aircraft does AirAsia X have on order?

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AirAsia X has 100 Airbus A330neo aircraft on order. Deliveries of these planes are scheduled to begin later this year.

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