MAG flight frequency cut lauded

Weathering turbulence: MAG will scale back flights to address recent operational setbacks, a move commended for prioritising safety by tourism players. — AZMAN GHANI/The Star

PETALING JAYA: A move to scale back flights by Malaysia Airlines, Firefly and Amal until year-end to address some recent operational setbacks was well received by hoteliers and tourism groups, although it may have an impact on both industries.

The groups, however, said there is an urgency to resolve the underlying issues to prevent long-term ramifications on the country’s tourism sector.