AirAsia X once again bags two Skytrax World Airline awards

AirAsia X Bhd has won two awards for fourth consecutive year at the 2016 Skytrax World Airline Awards at the Farnborough International Airshow.

The long-haul budget airline was once again named the 'World's Best Low-Cost Airline Premium Cabin' and 'World's Best Low-Cost Airline Premium Seat'.

In a statement today, AirAsia X said the Skytrax Awards were the global benchmark of airline excellence with over 19 million customers surveyed worldwide, measuring standards across 41 key performance indicators of an airline's frontline products and services.

"AirAsia X is always improving on its cabin experience and these awards show that our premium service is not only the best but also as good as that of any full-service carrier," AirAsia X group chief executive officer Datuk Kamarudin Meranun said.

It said the AirAsia X Premium Flatbeds featured universal power sockets, adjustable headrests and built-in personal utilities such as tray table, drink holder, reading light and privacy screen.

Guests travelling on Premium Flatbeds can also enjoy premium complimentary products and services, including priority check-in, boarding and baggage clearance, as well as 40kg baggage allowance, complimentary meals, pillow and duvet.