ALOR SETAR - Following an aircraft-related incident at 5:00 PM today (6 May 2025), the runway at Sultan Abdul Halim Airport (AOR) is currently closed to facilitate the removal of a Tentera Udara Diraja Malaysia (TUDM) aircraft and subsequent runway clearing works.

A Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) has been issued, and the closure is expected to continue until 10:30 PM tonight (6 May 2025). During this closure, all flight operations at AOR will be impacted.

Passengers, including those travelling for Hajj, are advised to check with their respective airlines or Lembaga Tabung Haji for the latest flight information.

The airport will provide further updates once the runway is declared safe and open for flight operations by the Civil Aviation Authority Malaysia (CAAM).

SEPANG - Seramai 15 pegawai dan 301 anggota Keselamatan Penerbangan (AVSEC) telah berjaya ditauliahkan hari ini dalam Majlis Tamat Perbarisan Asas (Passing-Out Parade). Majlis tersebut disempurnakan oleh Ketua Polis Negara, YDH Inspektor Jeneral Tan Sri Razarudin Husain; Pengerusi Malaysia Airports, Dr Nungsari Ahmad Radhi; serta Pegawai Kanan Polis Diraja Malaysia (PDRM), pihak pengurusan tertinggi Malaysia Airports, ahli keluarga para pelatih, dan tetamu lain.

Menurut Dr. Nungsari Ahmad Radhi, “Keselamatan penumpang dan lapangan terbang sentiasa menjadi keutamaan Malaysia Airports. Seiring dengan tanggungjawab Malaysia sebagai Pengerusi ASEAN 2025 dan persiapan untuk Tahun Melawat Malaysia 2026, aspek keselamatan di lapangan terbang menjadi lebih kritikal, terutamanya dalam memastikan kelancaran pengalaman penumpang yang akan berkunjung. Justeru, kami bukan sahaja memberi penekanan terhadap latihan dan pembangunan modal insan, tetapi juga melabur dalam teknologi keselamatan terkini bagi memperkukuh keupayaan AVSEC.”

Majlis Tamat Perbarisan Asas yang diadakan hari ini bertujuan memberikan pengiktirafan rasmi kepada pegawai dan pembantu keselamatan penerbangan sebagai barisan hadapan yang bertanggungjawab menjaga lapangan terbang, sebuah infrastruktur penting negara.

Kesemua pegawai dan pembantu Keselamatan Penerbangan ini telah berjaya menyelesaikan latihan yang komprehensif dan kini dilatih untuk menjalankan tugas mereka dengan cekap dan profesional. Dengan pentauliahan pegawai dan anggota baharu ini, jumlah keseluruhan kekuatan AVSEC Malaysia Airports kini mencapai 3,743 di 39 lapangan terbang di bawah kendaliannya, menjadikan AVSEC MAHB pasukan polis bantuan terbesar dalam sektor korporat di Malaysia.

Para pelatih menjalani latihan selama enam bulan, dengan dua fasa utama. Fasa pertama adalah latihan intensif selama dua bulan di Pusat Latihan Polis (PULAPOL), memberi fokus kepada asas ketenteraman awam dan disiplin keselamatan. Latihan diteruskan selama empat bulan seterusnya di Pusat Latihan Malaysia Airports, termasuk ‘On-Job-Training’ selamat dua bulan, yang memberi pengalaman praktikal di lapangan.

Silibus latihan adalah menyeluruh, merangkumi aspek teknikal dan teori. Para pelatih diajar kemahiran menembak untuk mengasah keupayaan pengendalian senjata api dalam situasi keselamatan. Mereka juga dilatih dalam seni mempertahankan diri, untuk menangani situasi kecemasan dengan kecekapan fizikal, serta aktiviti kawad yang bertujuan meningkatkan disiplin dan koordinasi.

Dari segi akademik, pelatih diberi pemahaman dalam undang-undang polis dan undang-undang penerbangan awam, untuk memastikan pematuhan yang ketat terhadap peraturan keselamatan negara dan sektor penerbangan. Di majlis ini, pencapaian individu turut diraikan melalui beberapa kategori anugerah utama, termasuk Anugerah Terbaik Akademik, Anugerah Terbaik Latihan Luar, dan Anugerah Keseluruhan.

SEPANG – KL International Airport (KLIA) today showcased a series of initiatives aimed at redefining the passenger journey, including the launch of a newly built Kids Zone and the official reveal of a fresh new look for its Airport CARE Ambassadors. These enhancements reflect KLIA’s continued commitment to elevate every touchpoint of the travel experience especially for families, and to reinforce its vision of creating a world-class airport that puts people first.

The event was officiated by the Minister of Women, Family and Community Development, YB Dato’ Sri Nancy Shukri, underscoring the government’s support for inclusive and family-friendly infrastructure. 

Managing Director of Malaysia Airports, Dato’ Mohd Izani Ghani said, “As we prepare for a new era of travel, Malaysia Airports remains steadfast in its mission to deliver excellence at every stage of the passenger journey. Today’s launch goes beyond aesthetics and amenities, as it represents our aspiration to create a more caring, engaging, and future-ready airport environment. Whether it’s through improved infrastructure or thoughtful service enhancements, we are committed to ensuring that each experience at KLIA reflects the best of Malaysia’s warmth, hospitality, and innovation.”

The Kids Zone, located at Gate C30 in the South Wing of the Satellite Building, features a new Orangutan-themed playground that offers children a safe and interactive space to play, allowing parents time to unwind before boarding. Equipped with a spiral tube slide, rock climber, wall and step climbers, as well as learning panels, the playground is designed to spark creativity and movement. Its introduction is part of KLIA’s broader strategy to create a more inclusive and engaging airport experience. 

In parallel, KLIA also introduced an updated uniform for its Airport CARE Ambassadors, marking the evolution of its customer service standards. The updated look adopts a vibrant orange aesthetic, a colour that symbolises energy and professionalism. This transformation reflects the airport’s ongoing journey of improvement, with service excellence remaining its cornerstone.

Together with other recent additions, such as the Heritage Lane cultural showcase, designated family parking bays; trolley, wheelchair and soon-to-be-available stroller services; these developments embody KLIA’s mission to create a more family-friendly airport, where every journey is supported by warm hospitality that caters to the diverse requirements of passengers

SEPANG - A cybersecurity threat affecting certain computer systems at KL International Airport (KLIA) was detected by Malaysia Airports on 23 March 2025. 

A comprehensive investigation was immediately launched to assess the nature and extent of the incident. The relevant authorities were also swiftly notified, including NACSA and the Civil Aviation Authority Malaysia (CAAM). 

Ir. Dr. Megat Zuhairy Megat Tajuddin , Chief Executive, NACSA said, “We have been following the developments closely since receiving Malaysia Airports’ report on 23 March. We understand that the operations at KLIA are not impacted, and will continue to monitor the situation and support Malaysia Airports.” 

Dato’ Mohd Izani Ghani, Managing Director, Malaysia Airports said, “Malaysia Airports assures all stakeholders that maintaining airport operations remains our focus. We are working with our airport partners to ensure that flight operations and passenger processing continue to operate normally.”

Ensuring the safety, security, and integrity of airport systems remains the highest priority at this time. Technical and operational teams are actively monitoring the situation and implementing necessary measures to safeguard the infrastructure and ensure uninterrupted passenger experience.