After a prolonged and public war of words with Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad (MAHB) and the Transport Ministry, low-cost carrier AirAsia has finally set aside its objections and has agreed to move into the new KLIA2 budget terminal by the May 9 deadline.
AirAsia executive chairman Datuk Kamarudin Meranun said although there were still a few outstanding commercial issues, they should not hold back the airline’s operations and its move to the new airport.
AirAsia has made the necessary preparations to move into KLIA2, in line with Operational Readiness and Transfer (ORAT) specifications, such as airside and operations trials.
“With Malaysia Airport Holding Bhd’s assistance and support, we would be able to comply with the ORAT requirements to facilitate our move,” he said.
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Story: fz.com
