Frequent flyers weigh pros and cons
KUCHING: The newly revised Passenger Service Charges (PSC) for the First Regulatory Period (RP1), effective from June 1, 2024 to December 31, 2026 by Malaysian Aviation Commission (MAVCOM) have sparked expectations and suggestions from frequent flyers regarding improvements in airport services. As stated by MAVCOM, the newly revised PSC rates range between RM7 and RM73 […]
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 […]
Sarawak and Mavcom strengthen collaboration for enhanced air connectivity
KUCHING: A recent courtesy visit between Minister of Transport, Datuk Sri Lee Kim Shin and the Malaysia Aviation Commission (Mavcom) aimed to further solidify the partnership and mutual support between both entities. Lee explained that the relationship is not only beneficial for Sarawak as a whole but is also crucial for effectively addressing issues related […]
Ministry approves 527 additional flights for Aidilfitri
PUTRAJAYA: The Transport Ministry has approved 527 additional flights in conjunction with Aildilfitri this year, involving flight services from six companies, namely Malaysia Airlines, Batik Air, AirAsia, Firefly, MASWings, and MYAirline. In a statement today, the ministry said the measure implemented through the Malaysian Aviation Commission (MAVCOM) was aimed at meeting the high demand during the festive season involving flights […]
More Raya flights for Sarawak, Sabah
SEPANG: The frequency of domestic flights in conjunction with the Aidilfitri celebration will be increased including for routes to Sabah and Sarawak, said Transport Minister Anthony Loke. He said many additional flights have been approved including for Malaysia Airlines (MAS) which will use larger or ‘wide body’ aircraft to accommodate demand. According to him, the […]
Ministry to probe incident on wheelchair bound passenger
MIRI: Ministry of Transport Sarawak (MOTS) will further investigate an incident involving a wheelchair-bound AirAsia passenger who was reportedly injured while boarding an aircraft that was about to leave for Kota Kinabalu from here. Its minister Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin said he received a local newspaper report from his Senadin service centre yesterday morning […]
Don’t turn blind eye to soaring KL-Kuching airfares, says Wan Junaidi
KUCHING: The federal government and Malaysian Aviation Commission (MAVCOM) were urged to reduce the airfares for the Kuala Lumpur – Kuching route, particularly by national carrier Malaysia Airlines (MAS). Former de facto law minister Datuk Seri Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar said the current rate of more than RM2,000 for return flights are unaffordable. “Air services […]
Mavcom to ensure affordable air tickets to Sarawak during peak seasons
KUCHING: The Transport Ministry has written to the Malaysian Aviation Commission (Mavcom) and all airlines to ensure prices of air tickets to the state remain affordable during the upcoming festive seasons, school holiday and Chinese New Year 2023. However, its Minister Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin would still encourage travellers to book their flight tickets […]
MYAirline is now a full-fledged airline; ready to fly
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s newest low-cost airline, MYAirline Sdn Bhd, has obtained an air service licence (ASL) from the Malaysian Aviation Commission (MAVCOM), which allows the company to operate as a full-fledged airline in the country. Chief executive officer Rayner Teo Kheng Hock said MYAirline was excited to receive the approval from MAVCOM on the issuance […]
Increase number of flights with affordable prices, MAVCOM told
KUCHING: Instead of subsidising flight expenses for Sarawakian students, the state government is urging the Malaysian Aviation Commission (MAVCOM) to increase the number of flights. According to Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, MAVCOM and airline operators, should add more flights to allow Sarawakians to vote in the upcoming […]
