Malaysia's dense and hilly terrain especially in the states of Sabah and Sarawak, often make the outlying areas in accessible by road. The STOL ports were built to accommodate the needs of passengers and travelers in these remote areas and provide them with a lifeline to other neighboring towns.

Peninsula Malaysia        :      Pangkor, Redang and Tioman

Sarawak                       :      Lawas, Marudi, Mukah, Kapit, Belaga, Bario,     

                                          Long Seridan, Long Lellang, Long Semado, Mulu,

                                          Bakelalan and Long Akah

Sabah                           :     Kudat, Long Pasia and Semporna