Cancelled Malaysia Airlines flights being restored
KUCHING: Malaysia Airlines said it has commenced the gradual reinstatement of flights to and from Sabah, Sarawak, and the Federal Territory of Labuan since yesterday (Apr 18) evening. “This positive development follows the necessary flight cancellations due to the volcanic eruption at Mount Ruang, Indonesia. “While the airline endeavours to restore normal operations as soon […]
Mount Ruang volcanic eruption forces cancellation of MAS flights to Sabah and Sarawak
KUCHING: Malaysia Airlines will be cancelling 19 flights to and from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Sabah and Sarawak today, due to the volcanic eruption of Mount Ruang, Indonesia. According to an announcement on its Facebook page, eight flights to and from Sarawak will be affected, namely MH2520 (KUL-KCH), MH2513 (KCH-KUL), MH2542 (KUL-KCH), MH2543 […]
Family left in the cold by luggage delay
KUCHING: Malaysia Airlines (MAS) has come under scrutiny after a family of four complained they were left without their luggage, including warm clothing, following a flight to Shanghai. The episode which unfolded on December 16 saw the family grappling with severe discomfort and mental distress. Stampin MP Chong Chieng Jen to whom they eventually turned […]
Malaysia Airlines to take first Boeing 737-8 in August
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia Airlines Bhd (MAB) is set to take delivery of its first brand new Boeing 737-8 aircraft in August 2023. In a statement today, the national carrier said it will gradually grow its 737-8 fleet to 25 by 2026. “The introduction of our new 737-8 aircraft in August 2023 sets a new standard […]
Ministry should talk with transport companies on fares
KUCHING: A political analyst is of the opinion that relevant authorities should talk with the Ministry of Transport (MOT) on the transportation fares that greatly affect voters who are away from their home state. “From there, the ministry should negotiate with the bus companies and the Malaysian Aviation Commission on the price of the fares. […]
Malaysia Airlines launches direct flights for Kota Kinabalu-Singapore route
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia Airlines marked another milestone in its network expansion plan by introducing a new direct flight route between Kota Kinabalu and Singapore, which commenced operations yesterday. The inaugural flight was commemorated with a welcome ceremony for passengers who arrived at the Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) at 12.25pm local time via flight MH648 […]
Malaysia Airlines, Qatar Airways expand codeshare cooperation to 96 combined destinations
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia Airlines Bhd and Qatar Airways will significantly expand their codeshare cooperation to 96 combined destinations allowing passengers to travel the world and enjoy seamless connectivity via their leading hubs in Kuala Lumpur and Doha. The airlines said this in unveiling the roadmap outlining the next phase of their strategic partnership, following Malaysia Airlines’ announcement to […]
Give wings to our own airline
Mavcom must hold the airlines accountable. Necessary action must be taken and Mavcom must be more proactive in taking action, as the problem (of flight cancellations and delays) has been happening for some time. – Dr Kelvin Yii, Bandar Kuching MP The much-awaited Hari Raya Aidilfitri festive season earlier this month was celebrated with merriment […]
Malaysia Airlines celebrates first year of joint business partnership with Japan Airlines
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia Airlines and Japan Airlines (JAL) celebrate the first anniversary of their joint business partnership, reaffirming the relationship between both carriers by flying 44 Malaysian Olympic contingents and officials to Tokyo 2020 on July 17, via flight MH9118 operated by JAL. The two airlines entered into the partnership to provide customers additional flight […]
Bring home gold
SEPANG: Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin is placing high hopes on the Malaysian contingent to the 2020 Tokyo Olympics to bring home the country’s first gold medal from the world’s biggest multi-sports Games. “I hope this will be the first time that Malaysia will return with a gold medal and, to those who succeed, […]
