KUALA LUMPUR (April 8): AirAsia has confirmed that no injuries were reported among passengers or crew following an incident involving flight AK720 from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur. In a statement, the low-cost airline said the flight landed safely at Terminal 2 of the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) at 10.22pm on April 4, after a section of the hose from a cabin panel became loose and dislodged during the landing. “AirAsia’s engineering team conducted a thorough inspection upon landing to ensure the affected panel was safe and properly secured,” it said. AirAsia Malaysia general manager Datuk Captain Fareh Mazputra said the cabin crew responded promptly, in accordance with established safety procedures, ensuring the guests seated beneath the affected panel were attended to and comfortably relocated. He noted that the aircraft landed safely and was immediately inspected, with the affected panel refitted and secured in line with strict safety standards.

Source: The Edge Markets April 08, 2026 09:32 UTC