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Malaysian Airlines confirms MH89 Tokyo-KL flight cancelled due to technical issue

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 20 — Malaysia Airlines has confirmed that flight MH89 from Tokyo Narita International Airport to...

Malaysian Airlines confirms MH89 Tokyo-KL flight cancelled due to technical issue

Malaysia Airlines has announced that its scheduled Tokyo-Kuala Lumpur flight MH89 was cancelled today due to a technical issue with the aircraft's engine. The Airbus A330-300, carrying 160 passengers and crew, aborted its take-off at Tokyo Narita International Airport due to the problem. The airline has assured that all individuals on board are safe, and efforts are being made to assist affected travelers with alternative travel options, including meals, lounge access, hotel accommodations, and rebooking on subsequent flights.

No injuries were reported following the incident, which occurred around 10:40am local time. The plane has since been undergoing a thorough technical inspection at the airport.

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