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AirAsia signs $19B deal for 150 Airbus A220-300 jets

Southeast Asia's low-cost carrier agrees to buy Canadian-built A220 aircraft, with an option to expand the order.

Published May 7, 2026, 12:19 AM EDT | WFMZZ

AirAsia has signed a $19 billion agreement to purchase 150 Airbus A220-300 jets, which are built in Canada. The low-cost carrier said it could double the order in the future to meet growing demand.