Budget 2026: Policies Must Safeguard Aviation's Economic Contribution, Support RE -- IATA

By Kisho Kumari Sucedaram 

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 30 (Bernama) -- The International Air Transport Association (IATA) hopes that the Budget 2026 will feature measures to strengthen Malaysia’s aviation industry, underscoring its role as a vital contributor to the national economy and tourism sector.

OAG: Kuala Lumpur Tops Asia Pacific Airports, Leading Global Low-Cost Connectivity

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 24 (Bernama) -- Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) shines as Asia Pacific’s top airport in OAG’s Megahubs 2025 report, ranking joint fourth globally and holding the title of the world’s leading low-cost carrier (LCC) Megahub.

Malaysia, ASEAN To Supply 15 Pct Of Global SAF Feedstock -- IATA

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 23 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has been identified as one of the world’s critical hotspots for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) feedstock, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA).

Malaysia’s Air Passenger Traffic Hits 9.3 Mln In July, Nearing Pre-pandemic Levels — CAAM

PUTRAJAYA, Sept 4 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s aviation sector is on track for full recovery, with monthly passenger traffic reaching 9.3 million in July 2025, up 3.9 per cent month-on-month (MoM) and 5.3 per cent year-on-year (YoY) compared with July 2024, according to the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM).

GE Aerospace Commits US$75 Mln To Boost MRO, Engine Repair Capabilities In APAC

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 4 (Bernama) -- GE Aerospace has announced its plan to invest US$75 million (US$1=RM4.21) across its maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) and component repair facilities in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region through the end of 2025.

NACC 2025 Focuses On Govt Commitment To Turn Malaysia Into Cargo Aviation Hub

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 27 (Bernama) – The government’s initiatives and commitment to develop four airports in the country into cargo aviation hubs were the focus of the National Aviation Consultative Council (NACC) 2025 meeting, according to the Transport Ministry.

ATR Sets Sights On Supporting Malaysia’s Green Aviation Goals

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 12 (Bernama) -- The French-Italian turboprop aircraft maker ATR is ready to help Malaysia and ASEAN operators meet their environmental, social and governance (ESG) goals as it continues to lead the regional aviation sector in sustainable operations.

CAAM Partners With Boeing To Enhance Air Traffic Management At KLIA

PUTRAJAYA, Aug 5 (Bernama) -- The Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM) and global aerospace company Boeing have teamed up to make air traffic operations more efficient at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA).

13MP Strategic Plans To Boost HGVH Industries, Strategic Sector Growth

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 (Bernama) -- The government will vigorously implement key strategic plans within the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) framework to boost growth in high-growth, high-value (HGHV) industries and key strategic sectors.

PM Anwar Meets Brazil’s Embraer, Reinforces Commitment To Boosting Aviation Sector

From Arul Rajoo Duran Raj

RIO DE JANEIRO, July 6 (Bernama) --  The government is committed to strengthening Malaysia’s aviation industry ecosystem and is ready to assist investors towards that.

Geopolitical Tensions, Abrupt Airspace Closures Keep Malaysian And Global Airlines On High Alert

KUALA LUMPUR, June 25 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s aviation sector is on high alert, prioritising safety to avoid a repeat of the downing of Malaysia Airlines flight MH17 more than a decade ago. The heightened caution follows a wave of airspace closures by Arab states after Iran launched a missile strike on a United States (US) base in Qatar.

CAAM-MAVCOM Merger A Key Step For Aviation Growth -- AirAsia

KUALA LUMPUR, June 24 (Bernama) -- AirAsia recognises the merger of the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM) and the Malaysian Aviation Commission (MAVCOM) as an important step towards strengthening the country’s aviation sector.