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Malaysia Airlines

Closing in on its seventy-fifth birthday, Malaysia Airlines is one of Asia's most high-profile airlines. Nowadays, Kuala Lumpur-based Malaysia Airlines' 99 aircraft fly 116 routes to 76 destinations in 22 countries. In addition to a comprehensive domestic and regional network, Malaysia Airlines has a presence throughout Asia, Oceania, the Middle East, and Europe. (Featured image: Getty Images)

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Malaysia Airlines is keen to upgrade its A330s. Photo: Getty Images
IATA/ICAO Code:
MH/MAS
Airline Type:
Full Service Carrier
Year Founded:
May 1st, 1947
Alliance:
oneworld
CEO:
Izham Ismail
Country:
Malaysia
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The new fleet addition is scheduled to be delivered next month.

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First Boeing 737 MAX For Malaysia Airlines Is Fresh Out Of The Paint Shop

After initially ordering the 737 MAX 8 in 2016, the first aircraft rolled out of the Boeing paint shop on the weekend.

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It has been 10 months since the carrier signed its initial Memorandum of Understanding for the A330neo.

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​​Did You Know: Malaysia Airlines Used To Fly The McDonnell Douglas MD-11

Malaysia Airlines' fleet has undergone a significant transformation over time.

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The airline is hoping to capitalize on India's economic growth prospects.

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Malayan Airways separated to become Malaysia Airlines and Singapore Airlines.

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The carrier is the best recovered of all airlines between Malaysia and India.

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The group wants to stop AirAsia from selling its tickets via its Super App.

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An excellent experience from start to finish.

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The mini-series has divided opinions among the aviation community.

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239 passengers and crew were aboard flight MH370 when it disappeared off the radar screens, never to be seen again.

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