Malaysia Airlines, the national carrier of Malaysia, has announced that it will significantly reduce its operations. This decision is in response to ongoing supply chain issues and technical difficulties that have resulted in a number of flight delays, cancellations and emergency landings. The temporary cuts are planned until December 2024 and aim to address the underlying issues and improve the airline’s operational efficiency. In a recent statement, Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG), the parent company of Malaysia Airlines, said the airline will temporarily reduce its flight schedule to address operational challenges. These measures have become necessary after the airline repeatedly faced supply shortages, staffing shortages and other external factors related to the global aviation sector’s post-pandemic recovery in recent months. The issues include, among others, delays in the delivery of new aircraft in 2024. These delays have resulted in fewer aircraft being available than originally planned. MAG's statement highlights that the reduction in network operations is necessary to implement the necessary corrective measures and ensure the long-term reliability of the fleet. Datuk Captain Izham Ismail, Managing Director of MAG, explained that the airline is working intensively with its aircraft and engine manufacturers as well as a variety of suppliers to comprehensively resolve the supply chain and engineering issues. "We are working closely with our manufacturers and suppliers to thoroughly resolve all issues," said Ismail. The temporary reduction in network operations is intended to ensure that the fleet remains reliable in the long term and improve operational robustness. MAG emphasises that