AirBorneo has alerted passengers that unscheduled technical repairs, scheduled maintenance and crew duty constraints are causing flight disruptions across Sabah and Sarawak since June 5, leading to possible delays, cancellations and schedule changes. The airline says safety remains a priority, withdrawn affected aircraft are being inspected, and passengers are urged to check flight status and expect further adjustments as the fleet is gradually returned to service.
KUCHING: AirBorneo has advised passengers to expect possible delays, cancellations and schedule changes over the coming days as it continues to manage operational disruptions affecting flights across Sabah and Sarawak since June 5.
In a statement on Monday, the airline said unscheduled technical rectification work on several aircraft, ongoing scheduled maintenance, and operational and crew duty requirements caused the disruptions. AdvertisementAirBorneo said safety remained its top priority, stressing that aircraft requiring technical attention had been withdrawn from service as a precaution until engineers were fully satisfied that they were fit to fly.
"With several aircraft undergoing maintenance and technical rectification concurrently, our operating fleet remains temporarily constrained. SPONSORED CONTENT Cosmobeauté expands into Borneo with debut festival in KK Cosmobeauté Malaysia and beautyexpo will expand into East Malaysia with the launch of the Cosmobeauté Malaysia Borneo Festival 2026 at the Sabah International Convention Centre from May 25 to 26.
Read more "As a result, passengers should anticipate the possibility of further schedule changes, cancellations and delays over the coming days as aircraft are progressively returned to service," it said. AirBorneo urged passengers travelling during this period to check their flight status before heading to the airport to avoid inconvenience. Advertisement The airline said its teams were working around the clock to minimise disruptions and re-accommodate affected passengers on the earliest available alternative flights.
AirBorneo said it remained committed to restoring its full flight schedule as quickly as possible without compromising safety, while continuing to provide reliable air connectivity across Sabah and Sarawak. Advertisement The airline also thanked passengers for their patience and understanding during the disruption. Affected passengers are being contacted directly and may also reach AirBorneo's Customer Care team at +60-82-537 555 or 1-300-22-1388 , or visit airborneo.com/en/contact-us for the latest updates, rebooking and assistance.
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