Round-the-clock breaking news from Malaysia.
A Jetstar Airways flight narrowly avoided colliding with a Qatar Airways Boeing 777 being towed at Sydney Airport on Sunday morning, leaving a cabin crew member injured. The incident comes amid ongoing air traffic control staffing issues.
A Sikorsky S-64 helicopter contracted to the US Forest Service crashed Friday near Richfield, Utah, while supporting firefighting operations on the Widemouth 2 Fire. The pilot and one crew member were killed. The incident has reignited safety concerns in wildland firefighting.
Malaysia's anti-drug agency supports Malaysia Airlines' decision to require all 1,260 pilots and cabin crew to undergo drug screening, reinforcing zero-tolerance policies in civil aviation.
Police arrested a 36-year-old man after he allegedly tried to force open an emergency exit on a Batik Air flight travelling from Kuala Lumpur to Kochi on Wednesday night, damaging the window panel and threatening other passengers.
A Malaysia Airlines pilot arrested in Jakarta on drug smuggling allegations has prompted security experts to scrutinise aviation industry oversight, raising concerns about passenger safety protocols throughout Southeast Asia.
Boeing has obtained Federal Aviation Administration certification for its 737-7 aircraft, marking a significant milestone after years of regulatory oversight and technical challenges stemming from earlier 737 MAX crashes.
Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting enforcement agencies in safeguarding the country's borders following the arrest of a Malaysian pilot in Indonesia on drug smuggling charges.
A Danish pilot and Greek firefighting coordinator died when two Bell helicopters collided during aerial firefighting operations near Psatha, Greece on Sunday. Two other crew members survived the crash.
Malaysia Airlines has initiated a comprehensive internal review following the detention of one of its pilots by Indonesian law enforcement on suspected drug-related charges, prompting broader questions about airline safety protocols.
India's aviation ministry reported that investigators have found no defects in the fuel control switch of Air India Flight AI-171, which crashed near Ahmedabad in June 2023, killing 242 people.
A 1952 aviation disaster that killed 52 people established the foundation for modern safety briefings. Decades later, Malaysia Airlines adopts advanced turbulence detection technology to further protect passengers.
Families of Chinese passengers aboard Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 are challenging a Beijing court compensation ruling, arguing it fails to establish facts about the 2014 disappearance that claimed 239 lives.
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration has ordered safety inspections of 453 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft operating domestically after discovering that passenger seats may have been improperly installed, posing injury risks during emergency situations.
AirBorneo has apologised for the delay of Flight MY5004 from Kuala Lumpur to Kuching on July 20, citing technical issues. The airline said it prioritised passenger safety and provided refreshments and updates during the hold-up.
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American authorities have confiscated more than 700 drones near FIFA World Cup stadiums and fan zones since the tournament began on June 11, with operators facing fines up to $100,000 and criminal charges.
Malaysia's Airport Fire and Rescue Services led a major simulation involving over 20 agencies to prepare for aircraft emergencies occurring outside airport perimeters, highlighting coordination challenges and rescue protocols.
India's accident investigation authority has moved toward concluding its inquiry into last year's fatal Air India crash, having completed analysis of cockpit voice recordings and psychological assessments of crew members.
A Ryanair aircraft departing Thessaloniki, Greece, experienced a sudden window failure mid-flight on Friday, forcing an emergency return. A Serbian passenger was injured and required hospital treatment.
Pakistani naval forces have discovered wreckage from a K2 Airways cargo plane in the Arabian Sea, but the five-member crew remains unaccounted for. The Boeing 737 lost contact with air traffic control on Tuesday evening.
Pakistan has launched an intensive search operation for a K2 Airways cargo plane that crashed into the Arabian Sea while approaching Karachi from the United Arab Emirates, with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif confirming five crew members were on board.
Labuan Airport suspended operations on July 2 after authorities discovered another suspected World War II-era bomb near the runway, just days after a similar discovery disrupted services.