Langkawi, Malaysia – Thales International is one of the world’s leaders in defense and aerospace electronics. The company has been in Malaysia for over 20 years.

With Aerospace and Air systems being two of the company’s core business areas, it is no surprise that the LIMA show, held in Langkawi in December, has been a great opportunity to confirm a promising contract with low-cost Company, Air Asia X.

Thales will supply criticial avionic components, satellite communication system and in-flight entertainment system to AirAsia X Sdn Bhd’s new fleet.

The in-flight entertainment systems will work on a pay-per-view basis, since Air Asia X policy is to believe in empowering their guests with the ability to choose and enjoy what they want.

Under the agreement, Thales will also support AirAsia X in after sales, repair and maintenance for 15 years.