India acts to curb spread of hoax bomb threats on social media
The Indian government on Saturday directed social media platforms to prevent the dissemination of hoax bomb threats targeting airlines, schools, hospitals and hotels across the South Asian country.
Sun Oct 27 2024
Merger of MAVCOM and CAAM to raise efficiency of service delivery system - Loke
The merger of the MAVCOM and the CAAM aims to reduce bureaucracy and improve the efficiency of the civil aviation service delivery system
Wed Jun 26 2024
‘10 years on, people still accusing me over disappearance of MH370’, says Azharuddin
Ten years on, people are still questioning and accusing me over the disappearance of MH370, laments Datuk Seri Azharuddin Abdul Rahman, former chairman of the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAA
Thu Mar 07 2024
Under 'open skies', the market, not the minister, would decide how often airlines could fly into Australia
The resulting framework prohibited international commercial flights unless expressly permitted.
Tue Sep 12 2023
CAAM begins investigation into light aircraft crash
The Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM) has begun investigating the incident involving a light aircraft that crashed at Jalan Dr Nazrin Shah, Sungai Rokam, Medan Gopeng here last night.
Tue Aug 02 2022
Malaysia hopes to retain seat in ICAO Council for sixth consecutive term
Malaysia hopes to retain its seat in the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) Council after a 15-year track record, says Transport Minister Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong.
Mon Jul 11 2022
Helicopter "nasi ganja" case: Managing director charged with violating civil aviation regulations
A managing director of a company who flew a helicopter to pick up orders of the "nasi ganja" was charged in the Ipoh Magistrate's Court today with violating civil aviation regulations.
Mon May 09 2022
MH2664 passengers want transparent investigation on April 3 incident
Three passengers who boarded flight MH2664 last Sunday are seeking the airline and the Malaysian Civil Aviation Authority to conduct a transparent investigation into the plane's emergency incident.
Sat Apr 09 2022
Australia, Netherlands start UN action against Russia over MH17
The rare procedure comes under an article of ICAO's Chicago Convention designed to protect civilian aircraft from weapons fire.
Tue Mar 15 2022
Australia, Netherlands start legal action against Russia for downing of MH17
The joint action under Article 84 of the Convention on International Civil Aviation is separate to the Dutch murder trial.
Mon Mar 14 2022
Snake on plane: CAAM to ensure proper risk mitigation - Wee
The Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM) will continue to monitor airline management operations to ensure all risks are mitigated correctly and accordingly.
Sat Feb 12 2022
Malaysia will continue to negotiate with Singapore on reopening of border - Saifuddin
This included talks on the proposed daily cross-border movement known as the Daily Commuting Arrangement (DCA).
Thu Sep 23 2021
Vaccine went through proper evaluation process, its use will be monitored - Health DG
Dr Noor Hisham said among the criteria examined by DCA and NPRA are the safety profile of the vaccine, its quality, safety and efficacy.
Sun Feb 21 2021
MAFI, CAAM drafting guidelines for drone use in agricultural sector
The Agricultural and Food Industries Ministry (MAFI) and the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM) are drafting a set of specific guidelines for the use of drones in the agricultural sector.
Wed Dec 16 2020
Drone owners required to get permit to fly device
Flying drones without a permit is an offence under the Malaysian Civil Aviation Regulations (MCAR) 2016.
Thu Dec 03 2020
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024