AirAsia India recurtement

Recruitment Update: AirAsia India invites applications from Non-Type Rated CPL holders for Self Sponsored A320 Type Rating Program. 

Application date has been extended till 2nd July 2017, email to indiapilot@airasia.com

How did it start? 

From two ageing aircraft and a USD11mil (MYR 40 million) debt to becoming the world’s best low-cost airline

We started in 2001 with 2 old aircraft, having bought the then loss making AirAsia from its Malaysian owner DRB-Hicom, for a token of MYR1 (USD0.25 cents) and MYR40 million (USD11 million) in debt.

Born in the aftermath of 9/11 and coming through the global financial crisis, AirAsia has faced some of the most turbulent times in the airline industry. With our successes today, we stand as testimony to the power of great innovation, passion, teamwork and well-executed ideas.

: How did we do it?

a) Low fares

. Committed to low fares

Our commitment to low fares lies in our promise of “Now Everyone Can Fly”. Our service targets guests who can do without the frills of full-service airlines in exchange for low fares.

 25-minute turnaround

Less time on the ground and more time in the air means we get the most of every flight through high aircraft utilisation, lower costs and greater airline and staff productivity.

Low cost carrier model

. Self automation

The more you DIY (self check-in), the more we save on operational costs – that means lower fares for you!  

 No frills  

Pay only for what you want. If you want additional inflight comfort, just add-on. It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3.  

. Cost-saving innovations  

Constantly on the lookout for the latest advancement in savings, we are the first airline to use the new Airbus A320 aircraft installed with ‘sharklet wing tips’ to lower wind drag and provide better fuel consumption.

 Great value, amazing quality

Safety first – Our cost optimization philosophy is in no way at the expense of safety. Our fleet of Airbus aircraft fully complies with the conditions of the International Aviation Safety, and is regulated by the internationally renowned Malaysian Department of Civil Aviation. We have renowned international partners for aircraft and engine maintenance, and made significant investment to ensure the safety of our planes. We adopt a zero tolerance to unsafe practices and strive for zero accidents through proper training, work practices, risk management and adherence to safety regulations at all times.

Take a peek into the world of low-cost travel, the AirAsia way

 How and where do we fly to?

Our unique no-frills business concept is an innovation that has changed the airline business forever. We have the most extensive network and most frequencies to destinations around the region. From one route between KL and Langkawi, two planes and a staff  of 250 in 2002, to over 88 destinations and carried over 220 million guests, we have shrunk the world even more rapidly. With many routes unique to AirAsia, we really do fly you to places that will give you new and unique experiences others cannot offer. 

Air Asia was established in 1993 and commenced its operations on 18th November 1996. This airline was originally founded by a government owned conglomerate DRB-Hicom. However, on 2nd December 2001, the heaviliy indebted airline was purchased by former Time Warner executive Tony Fernandes's company Tune Air Sdn Bhd for the token sum of one ringgit. Fernandes proceeded to engineer a remarkable turnaround, turning a profit in 2002 and launching new routes from its hub in KLIA at breakneck speed which undercutting former monopoly operator Malaysia Airlines with promotional fares as low as one ringgit.

In 2003, AirAsia has opened a second hub at Senai International Airport in Johor Bahru which is near Singapore. And, it launched its first international flight to Bangkok. AirAsia has therefore started a Thai subsidiary, added Singapore to the destination list, and it commenced flights to Indonesia. Also, flight to Macau was started in June 2004 and flight to Mainland China and the Philippines started in April 2005. In addition, the flight to Vietnam and Cambodia is in the year 2005 while to Brunei and Myanmar is in 2006.

With a strong yet simple slogan "Now Everyone Can Fly", AirAsia has effectively placed its brand in customer's mind when comes to selection of flight. In Malaysia, AirAsia is the second powerful national airline. Also, it was the first successful low cost and ticket-less airline in the Southeast Asian region. It is main based in the Low Cost Carrier Terminal (LCCT) at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA). And, AirAsia has a registered office in Petaling Jaya, Selangor and its head office is on the grounds of KLIA in Sepang, Selangor. In addition, AirAsia is one of the successful businesses that have adopted cost leadership thoroughly through effectiveness and efficiency of the operation management. AirAsia has broken the travel norms around the world speedily and has become the world's top airline. Beside this, AirAsia also has a route network that spans more than 20 countries; therefore it continues to pave the way for lower cost aviation through innovative solutions, more efficient processes and a passionate approach to the business.