Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | AFP – Malaysia Airlines on Tuesday announced immediate restrictions on check-in luggage for some Europe-bound flights, citing strong headwinds, a move that left aviation analysts puzzled.
In a statement on its website, the carrier said “unseasonably strong headwinds” were limiting the amount of baggage its flights could handle.
“This longer flight path consumes more jet fuel and for safety reasons, Malaysia Airlines has had to impose temporary limitation on checked-in baggage allowance,” it said.
“Passengers who wish to check in their luggage will be able to do so, however their baggage will only arrive later.”
The airline advised economy …read more
Source: Malaya Business Insight
