AirAsia delays London, Bahrain flights amid capacity ‘reset’

AirAsia Group announced a postponement of its planned London and Bahrain hub launches due to a strategic network “reset” aimed at preserving capital. The low-cost airline group cited high fuel costs as contributing factors to the financial losses experienced in the recent quarter. Specifically, the launch dates for both routes have been pushed back to 2027. This decision follows previous delays and represents a significant shift in AirAsia's operational strategy. Analysts suggest this move is intended to optimize capacity utilization across the broader AirAsia network.