AirAsia PH exceeds pre-pandemic load factor
Published Jul 19, 2023 05:24 am
AirAsia Philippines’ load factor for the first half of 2023 has surpassed its pre-pandemic 2019 figures, confirming a healthy recovery, the budget carrier announced Tuesday, July 18.
The airline registered a 92 percent load factor from January to June 2023, registering a higher number of passengers who flew with the airline this year versus pre-pandemic records of 91 percent during the same period.
AirAsia Philippines also recorded a load factor of 94 percent for the first 15 days of July which is higher compared to the same pre-pandemic period figure of 88 percent.
“We attribute the increase in load factor to the trust our guests have placed in AirAsia," remarked Head for Communications and Public Affairs and Spokesperson Steve Dailisan. "Our improved on-time performance, best value-for-money deals, and safety protocols enticed our customers," he explained. "Our guests can also expect timely updates on flight schedules whenever disruptions are brought about by weather or non-scheduled aircraft maintenance to promote transparency in our day-to-day operations.”
Overall, travelers' positive behavior towards flying has also improved foot traffic in the country’s main airport hubs.
The Manila International Airport reported that passenger numbers from January to June 2023 increased to 78 percent or 22.22 million passengers which is 8 percent higher than the pre-pandemic figure.
Globally, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) reported air traffic hit 96.7 of percent pre-pandemic figures this May.
"Passenger traffic is expected to peak again in the coming months,” Dailisan predicted. Hence, “AirAsia Philippines is in close collaboration with industry and government partners in providing efficient, affordable, and seamless travel among guests."
The AirAsia airline group recently retained its World’s Best Low-Cost Airline by SKYTRAX for the 14th consecutive year. This made AirAsia Philippines the only airline from the country to be part of the world’s best rankings.
Factors included in choosing the best airline include safety records, on-time performance, comfort and amenities, network and route offerings, price competitiveness, environmental and sustainability practices, awards, and recognition in the industry.
The airline registered a 92 percent load factor from January to June 2023, registering a higher number of passengers who flew with the airline this year versus pre-pandemic records of 91 percent during the same period.
AirAsia Philippines also recorded a load factor of 94 percent for the first 15 days of July which is higher compared to the same pre-pandemic period figure of 88 percent.
“We attribute the increase in load factor to the trust our guests have placed in AirAsia," remarked Head for Communications and Public Affairs and Spokesperson Steve Dailisan. "Our improved on-time performance, best value-for-money deals, and safety protocols enticed our customers," he explained. "Our guests can also expect timely updates on flight schedules whenever disruptions are brought about by weather or non-scheduled aircraft maintenance to promote transparency in our day-to-day operations.”
Overall, travelers' positive behavior towards flying has also improved foot traffic in the country’s main airport hubs.
The Manila International Airport reported that passenger numbers from January to June 2023 increased to 78 percent or 22.22 million passengers which is 8 percent higher than the pre-pandemic figure.
Globally, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) reported air traffic hit 96.7 of percent pre-pandemic figures this May.
"Passenger traffic is expected to peak again in the coming months,” Dailisan predicted. Hence, “AirAsia Philippines is in close collaboration with industry and government partners in providing efficient, affordable, and seamless travel among guests."
The AirAsia airline group recently retained its World’s Best Low-Cost Airline by SKYTRAX for the 14th consecutive year. This made AirAsia Philippines the only airline from the country to be part of the world’s best rankings.
Factors included in choosing the best airline include safety records, on-time performance, comfort and amenities, network and route offerings, price competitiveness, environmental and sustainability practices, awards, and recognition in the industry.