Tingkat keselamatan, integriti, CAAM perkukuh kawal selia keselamatan penerbangan

Malaysia's Civil Aviation Authority (CAAM) has introduced stricter safety controls to strengthen aviation safety, security, and integrity. On August 7, CAAM issued Guidance Note 02/2026, urging airlines to implement random drug testing for all active flight and cabin crew, as well as random alcohol and drug screening. CAAM emphasized the need for thorough reviews of the Alcohol and Drug Testing Program (ADTP), safety risk assessments related to substance misuse, and disciplinary actions reported to CAAM.

The Authority will enhance monitoring using risk-based surveillance, surprise inspections, and specific audits to ensure compliance with alcohol and drug testing requirements. CAAM will also investigate records of tests and can impose additional tests if safety concerns arise. Recently, the Cabinet approved 17 enhancements to strengthen safety oversight, screening, and risk management at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) and international gateway terminals.

Immediate actions include prioritizing risk-based risk profiling, enhanced screening for high-risk passengers, crew, and luggage, and random alcohol and drug testing for aviation personnel. Executively, CAAM's Norazman Mahmud stated that these measures reflect CAAM's proactive approach in addressing emerging risks and bolstering aviation safety protection across the sector.

All these steps enhance monitoring and compliance efforts, fostering a proactive safety culture as a fundamental component of aviation safety. CAAM's actions align with broader government efforts to strengthen safety oversight, screening, and risk management at KLIA and other international gateway terminals. According to CAAM, the Authority will continue collaborating with the Transport Ministry, Home Ministry, and relevant agencies to support the implementation of these safety measures.

CAAM remains committed to strengthening safety oversight frameworks and mechanisms to ensure Malaysia's civil aviation system remains safe, reliable, and trusted.