Second pilot nabbed as Malaysia-Indonesia drug probe widens
Malaysian police have arrested a second pilot in connection with a drug-trafficking investigation involving a syndicate operating between Malaysia and Indonesia. The investigation, which has led to seven arrests, follows the detention of a co-pilot in Jakarta with significant quantities of narcotics.
Why it matters
The involvement of airline personnel in international drug smuggling poses significant security and regulatory concerns for the aviation industry.
News ✕ Second pilot nabbed as Malaysia-Indonesia drug probe widens Published: Sep 9, 2026 12:10 PM Police have detained another pilot as investigations continue into a drug-trafficking operation linked to a Malaysian co-pilot arrested in Jakarta with an estimated RM45 million worth of drugs.
The latest suspect, in his 30s, was arrested in the Klang Valley two days ago and is employed by a different airline from the co-pilot detained in Indonesia...
Police have detained another pilot as investigations continue into a drug-trafficking operation linked to a Malaysian co-pilot arrested in Jakarta with an estimated RM45 million worth of drugs.
The latest suspect, in his 30s, was arrested in the Klang Valley two days ago and is employed by a different airline from the co-pilot detained in Indonesia.
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