Tony Fernandes to play bigger role in turning AirAsia X around


KUALA LUMPUR: AirAsia X Bhd founder Tan Sri Tony Fernandes has denied that the low-cost medium haul airline is facing management issues, although he expects to play a bigger role in turning the airline around with his partner Datuk Kamarudin Meranun.

He also brushed off media reports that AirAsia X was facing problems paying salaries and allowances to its staff.

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