Thai government officials offered special promotional fares on Air Asia

Thai Air Asia has launched a promotional deal targeting government officials, members of the Federation of Thai Industries and the Thai Chamber of Commerce, as well as employees of state enterprises. The perks will also apply to their travel companions.

The thinking behind the deal is that government officials were some of the first to be vaccinated and are not struggling financially in the way private sectors workers might be. They therefore represent an ideal target for airlines operating domestic routes, as opposed to the rest of the country, who may be trying to cope with a loss of income or salary reductions.

According to a TTR Weekly report, the Thai Air Asia promotion offers government workers a discount of 100 baht per person per flight, 40 kilograms of free baggage, up to 20 kilograms of sports equipment allowance, discounts on food and beverages, seating privileges, and…