Malaysia Airlines is a Malaysian carrier. Frequent travelers give the airline an average rating of 7.5/10.
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Malaysia Airlines doesn't serve alcohol on flights within three hours flying time of its Kuala Lumpur hub. Turkish Airlines doesn't serve alcohol on domestic flights but does on international flights.
In 1966, after the separation of Singapore, the airline was renamed Malaysia–Singapore Airlines (MSA), before its assets were divided in 1972 to permanently form two separate and distinct national airlines—Malaysian Airline System (MAS, since renamed as Malaysia Airlines) and Singapore Airlines (SIA).
MAB On-time Performance (OTP) is down at 82%, compared to 89% a year ago. MAB recorded a slight downtrend in Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI), which was 79% Year-to-Date (YTD) compared to 84% in 2021 with the airline's Net Promoter Score (NPS) reduced to +31 points in 2022 compared to +54 points in 2021.
The FAA lowered Malaysia's rating in November 2019 to Category 2 due to non-compliance with safety standards. The FAA identified deficiencies in areas including technical expertise, record keeping and inspection procedures.
Compressed gases, corrosives, poisons, flammable liquids, mercury, deadly weapons, acids, oxidiszing or explosive materials, radioactive materials, magnet materials, and undeclared ammunition are not permitted as checked or carry-on baggage on board an aircraft.
Wine, beer & spirits, are free on all international flights, including during Ramadan (although during this time, the alcohol service is much more discrete, and there is not a drink trolley service).
Malaysia - Level 1: Exercise Normal PrecautionsSome areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Exercise Increased Caution in: The eastern area of Sabah State due to kidnapping.