Malaysia Airlines Begins Narrowbody Refresh With First MAX Delivery

Malaysia Airlines first 737 MAX

Recent operational issues have included multiple aircraft turnbacks and flight diversions due to technical problems, as well as extensive flight delays.

Credit: Malaysia Airlines
Malaysia Airlines has received the first of its leased Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, after recently expressing frustration at delivery delays. The carrier’s initial MAX arrived in Kuala Lumpur Nov. 16 after departing Seattle Nov. 13 and stopping in Honolulu and Guam. The aircraft is due to enter...
Adrian Schofield

Adrian is a senior air transport editor for Aviation Week, based in New Zealand. He covers commercial aviation in the Asia-Pacific region.

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