The stories shaping Malaysia, in focus.
A Malaysia Airlines pilot arrested in Indonesia for allegedly attempting to smuggle more than 70,000 ecstasy pills had maintained a clean criminal and drug-related record in Malaysia, according to police.
Malaysia Airlines has launched an internal review after one of its pilots was arrested by Indonesian authorities on suspected narcotics charges, prompting the carrier to examine its vetting and workplace protocols.
An aviation expert has called for urgent security and safety reviews at Kuala Lumpur International Airport following the arrest of a Malaysia Airlines pilot in Indonesia on drug smuggling charges.
Malaysia's aviation regulator has opened a formal investigation into potential security lapses following the arrest of a Malaysia Airlines pilot in Jakarta on suspected drug smuggling charges, examining whether proper protocols were observed.
A Malaysia Airlines pilot has been arrested at Jakarta airport on suspicion of attempting to smuggle over 70,000 ecstasy pills worth approximately RM14 million into Indonesia. The airline says it takes the allegations seriously and is conducting an internal review.
Routine pre-flight safety demonstrations exist because of hard lessons learned from aviation disasters. Malaysia Airlines now uses cutting-edge turbulence detection technology to further protect passengers.
Families of Chinese passengers aboard Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 are appealing a Beijing court's compensation ruling, arguing the decision ignored crucial questions about the aircraft's disappearance 12 years ago.