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AirAsia lands 19 billion deal ordering 150 Airbus A220 jets to cut fuel costs
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Published on 7 May 2026
The biggest order yet could reshape its carbon footprint
AirAsia plans to acquire 150 Airbus A220-300 jets in a roughly $19 billion deal, its largest single aircraft order to date. The A220-300 is positioned as more fuel-efficient with lower emissions, helping the airline fight rising fuel prices and operational costs while modernizing its fleet.
- AirAsia orders 150 Airbus A220-300 aircraft
- Deal value is about $19 billion
- New jets promise better fuel efficiency and lower emissions
- Move targets higher fuel and operating costs
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