Face masks no longer compulsory in aircraft - Khairy

The Health Ministry has announced that the wearing of face masks onboard aircraft is no longer compulsory effective from today.

Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin said this decision was made using a risk-based approach and after taking into consideration that aircraft technology had improved and Covid-19 cases in Malaysia had been brought under better control.

“(This is due to) good ventilation in cabins, use of...