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All Malaysia Airlines pilots have passed recent drug tests, and the company announced that drug screening will now extend to its cabin crew.
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All Malaysia Airlines pilots have passed recent drug tests, and the company announced that drug screening will now extend to its cabin crew.
A pilot of a Malaysia Airlines flight reported being distracted by a bright laser beam flashing towards the cockpit while the aircraft was eight nautical miles from the runway in Kolkata.

Malaysia Aviation Group, the parent company of Malaysia Airlines, has mandated stricter drug testing for all pilots following the arrest of an off-duty pilot in Jakarta on drug-related charges. The group emphasized its commitment to safety and compliance.

Federal police in Malaysia have identified a person of interest in their investigation into how a Malaysia Airlines pilot's baggage, reportedly filled with drugs, managed to clear security at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA).

A Malaysian pilot was arrested in Indonesia after landing a flight with 70,000 ecstasy pills, and is now facing a potential death penalty for drug smuggling charges.

Massive wildfires continue to spread across France and Spain, leading to the evacuation of over 300,000 people, with flames approaching Bordeaux. Smoke from these fires has even reached as far as the Czech Republic, visible in satellite images.

Typhoon Inday and an enhanced habagat (southwest monsoon) have caused widespread disruption across the Philippines, leading to fatal landslides, halted sea travel, flight cancellations, and class suspensions. Multiple provinces have reported casualties and significant damage from the severe weather.

A silent memorial protest featuring 298 empty chairs was held outside the Russian Embassy to honor the victims of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17.

Malaysia Aviation Group, through Malaysia Airlines and Firefly, is offering special festive fares starting from RM499 and adding 62 extra flights to East Malaysia to support increased travel demand.

Malaysia Airlines has launched a special aircraft livery in collaboration with the Indian Premier League (IPL) side Mumbai Indians, taking the team's colors global.
Malaysia Airlines is broadening its reach across Asia by introducing several new routes, enhancing its regional connectivity.
Malaysia's airlines are considering suspending some flights as a direct consequence of escalating fuel costs, which are impacting operational viability.
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The Boeing 777 was carrying 227 passengers and 12 crew when it vanished en route from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing on March 8, 2014, becoming one of the world’s enduring aviation mysteries

Malaysia has announced the conclusion of new search efforts for the mysteriously disappeared Malaysia Airlines flight MH370, which began in late December and ended in January without yielding any results.
The search for Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 has covered 7,571 square kilometers, but the wreckage of the plane remains elusive.

Malaysia Airlines has announced additional flights on its Kuala Lumpur to London Heathrow and Kuala Lumpur to Paris routes from March 6 to 8, in response to ongoing travel disruptions.
Malaysia Airlines has confirmed that its flight services to London and Paris are operating as scheduled despite regional tensions.

US-Iran conflict sparks global flight disruptions The Straits Times
Malaysia Airlines flights MH160 to Doha and MH150 to Jeddah were forced to turn back to Kuala Lumpur following an airspace risk advisory, causing disruptions for passengers.

Malaysian police are pursuing members of a drug syndicate after a Malaysia Airlines pilot reportedly cleared airport checks at KLIA. The investigation follows a three-day interrogation.

The National Anti-Drug Agency (AADK) has expressed support for Malaysia Aviation Group's initiative to implement mandatory drug screening for all Malaysia Airlines pilots and cabin crew.

Indonesian authorities have released video footage showing the moment a Malaysia Airlines pilot was arrested in Jakarta on suspicion of drug smuggling, potentially facing the death penalty.
Malaysian authorities are investigating a Malaysia Airlines pilot accused of attempting to smuggle 25kg of ecstasy, valued at RM45 million, into Jakarta. Airport video footage has been released by Indonesian authorities in connection with the alleged drug trafficking.

Relatives of Chinese passengers from Malaysia Airlines flight MH370, which disappeared 12 years ago, attended a Beijing court to demand answers as their appeal began.

On July 17, 2014, Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17 was shot down over eastern Ukraine, an active war zone, by an anti-aircraft missile, killing all 298 people on board.

Deputy Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture Chiew Choon Man has called on Malaysia Airlines to increase its flight routes to Kuala Lumpur from Miri, addressing a flight crunch in the region.

Malaysia Airlines has welcomed the arrival of its latest Boeing 737-8 aircraft, marking its 200th Boeing delivery.

A Malaysia Airlines flight experienced a tyre burst after aborting take-off at Hong Kong International Airport due to technical issues, with no injuries reported.

A Dutch court has ruled that the government is not required to disclose internal documents from the days following the downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight 17.
Malaysia Airlines is strengthening its East Asia network by returning to Fukuoka, launching new routes, and increasing frequencies across key markets.

KUALA LUMPUR, March 12 — Malaysia Airlines has further extended the temporary suspension of its Doha services unti...

Twelve years after the disappearance of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370, the sister of Captain Zaharie Ahmad Shah speaks out, emphasizing the need to keep his memory alive.

Twelve years after its disappearance, a renewed deep-sea search for Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 has failed to locate the aircraft's wreckage, leaving families still seeking answers.
The latest search for Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 has concluded without finding any new results, according to the agency involved.

KUALA LUMPUR, March 8 — AMAL, the Haj and Umrah pilgrimage arm of Malaysia Airlines, will resume normal opera...
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KUALA LUMPUR, March 2 — Malaysia Airlines has confirmed that all its flights to and from London and Paris are oper...

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Twelve years after its disappearance in 2014, a new operation has been launched to find the wreckage of Malaysia Airlines flight MH370.
A Malaysia Airlines pilot was disoriented by a laser beam during approach to Kolkata, forcing the plane to circle before successfully landing. The incident highlights the dangers of laser attacks on aircraft.

The parent company of Malaysia Airlines is introducing mandatory drug tests for its pilots following a smuggling scandal.

Malaysian police are investigating how a Malaysia Airlines pilot allegedly smuggled over 70,000 Ecstasy pills through four layers of airport checks. A security screener has been identified as a person of interest.
Malaysian authorities are investigating how a Malaysia Airlines pilot's baggage raised no alarm at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) before his arrest for drugs at an Indonesian airport.

Families of the 239 people aboard Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370, two-thirds of whom were Chinese, are seeking 'facts' as a Chinese court hears an appeal regarding the plane that vanished on March 8, 2014, en route from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing.

Typhoon Bavi made landfall in eastern China's Zhejiang province after battering Taiwan and Japan, leading to the evacuation of over 1.7 million people. The super typhoon forced flight cancellations and prompted widespread preparations as it approached densely populated areas.

Malaysia has extended its agreement with Ocean Infinity for another year to conduct an underwater search for the missing Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370, nearly 12 years after its disappearance.
Malaysia Airlines is experiencing robust demand for its services, indicating a positive trend for the national carrier.

Three major Indian carriers, Air India, Air India Express, and IndiGo, are set to fully resume flights to Doha starting May 1, reconnecting the city with several Indian metropolitan and regional hubs.

Malaysia Airlines Group is expanding its China routes and has locked in 36% of its fuel needs for the year, aiming for 50% by Q2, as other airlines cut flights due to the Middle East crisis.
Malaysia Airlines operator (MAG) has secured its fuel supply and optimized its hedging strategy, posting higher earnings in 2025. The airline is now bracing for continued high fuel costs despite its recent profit doubling amid global volatility.
Malaysia Airlines extends suspension of Doha services until March 20 The Star | Malaysia

A renewed search effort for Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 has concluded, failing to yield any new clues regarding the aircraft's disappearance 12 years ago.

A Malaysia Airlines Boeing 777-es repülőgépe 2014-ben tűnt el az Indiai-óceán felett.

Twelve years after Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 vanished on March 8, 2014, the mystery of aviation's greatest unsolved disappearance continues to baffle investigators and the public.

Malaysia Airlines is introducing additional flights for its Kuala Lumpur–London and Kuala Lumpur–Paris routes to address global travel disruptions.
Malaysia Airlines to resume Jeddah, Madinah flights from March 4-8, Doha services still suspended The Star | Malaysia

Thousands of flights have been affected across the Middle East and beyond since the US and Israeli air strikes, according to data from FlightAware, a flight tracking platform.

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 28 — Malaysia Airlines has cancelled several flights between Kuala Lumpur and destinations in th...