Audit uncovers multiple problems plaguing Malaysia Airlines

Changes coming: Loke speaking at a press conference on the amendments to the Malay­sian Aviation Consumer Protec­tion Code (MACPC) 2016 in Putrajaya. — Bernama

PUTRAJAYA: A surprise audit by the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM) on Malaysia Airlines Bhd and the company responsible for maintaining its aircraft, MAB Engineering Services (Mabes), uncovered problems ranging from lack of skilled workers for aircraft maintenance, all the way to a shortage of parts.

Arising from the findings of the audit that took place at the end of June, the regulator has shortened the air operator certificate (AOC) for Malaysia Airlines from three years to one year only, said the Transport Ministry.