A Malaysian pilot is facing the possibility of the death penalty in Indonesia after authorities accused him of smuggling more than 70,000 ecstasy pills into the country following a flight from Kuala Lumpur.
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Malaysia Airlines (MH) continues to view China’s COMAC C919 as a potential future fleet option, but the airline says certification from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), and ideally the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), remains a key requirement before any purchase decision.
Nasaruddin Bakar, often known internally as Captain Nasa, took over as President and Group CEO of Malaysia Aviation Group effective 1 February 2026.
Malaysia has extended the underwater search for Malaysia Airlines (MH) Flight MH370 by another year, reaffirming its commitment to solving one of aviation’s greatest unsolved mysteries.
Below is a full look at Malaysia Airlines cabin crew salary in 2026, including benefits, requirements, and the hiring process.
In 2026, pilot salaries at Malaysia Airlines are competitive within Southeast Asia. While not as high as Middle Eastern carriers, the airline offers stable earnings, structured increments, and additional allowances linked to flying hours and international operations.
Malaysia Airlines (MH) will increase flights from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Brisbane (BNE) to six per week from 16 August 2026 and then to daily services from 25 October 2026.
Malaysia Airlines adds Fukuoka, Shenzhen & Changsha routes in 2026, growing its China network to nine destinations from Kuala Lumpur.
A renewed search effort for the missing Malaysia Airlines (MH) flight MH370 has concluded without discovering the aircraft’s wreckage.
Malaysia Airlines (MH) has reaffirmed India as a core growth market, strengthening its presence through a new partnership with Indian Premier League franchise Mumbai Indians.