Missing AirAsia flight: Debris from plane, sighting of bodies reported


Photo taken from an Indonesian search and rescue aircraft over the Java Sea shows possible plane debris from missing AirAsia flight QZ8501 on December 30, 2014. - AFP

JAKARTA: Debris spotted during an aerial search for Indonesia AirAsia Flight QZ8501 is likely from the missing plane, said Indonesia’s director-general of civil aviation, as rescue teams also reported sightings that resembled bodies.  

Djoko Murjatmodjo was quoted as saying that “for the time being, it can be confirmed that it’s the AirAsia plane".  

Get 20% OFF The Star Digital Access

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 11.12/month

Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 9.87/month

Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
AirAsia , QZ8501 , Indonesia , Singapore

Next In Nation

Ahmad Maslan: Works Ministry seeks highest development allocation in Budget 2027
Malaysia beat the Philippines to reach AFF Cup semis
Teen drowns while swimming at beach in Tuaran
Defence Ministry pushes reforms to armed forces structure, career progression and allowances
Penang suspends ANPR parking enforcement after public backlash
Asean marks 59th anniversary, calls for greater opportunities for youth
Six remanded for a week in Alor Setar kidnapping case
Perak Fisheries Dept finds no trace of dolphin carcass at Ban Pecah beach
Malaysian ports can never be used to contribute to Israeli atrocities, says Anwar
Melaka polls: Zahid leaves door open for seat swaps

Others Also Read