MAS axes flights to Los Angeles from April 30

Ahmad Jauhari: 'Whilst MAS has a long history in Los Angeles, this route is no longer economically viable.'

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia Airlines (MAS) will terminate its flights to Los Angeles effective April 30 following a route rationalisation exercise to stem losses, focusing on Asia instead.

“Whilst MAS has a long history in Los Angeles, this route is no longer economically viable. The factors contributing to this negative situation today include over-capacity and competition, resulting in lower yields, a high cost of operating the B777 aircraft, and pressure from continued increases in fuel costs.