MYAirline controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2023
Financial collapse and abrupt shutdown
MYAirline suspended all flights with immediate effect in October 2023, citing severe financial challenges and unresolved shareholder restructuring and recapitalization. The event affected passengers, employees, creditors and lessors.
2023
Investigation involving principal shareholder
Co-founder and principal shareholder Goh Hwan Hua, together with family members, was detained to assist a Malaysian investigation under anti-money-laundering and related proceeds-of-unlawful-activities legislation. Investors also reportedly filed suits. The allegations and investigation should not be treated as proof of criminal liability.
2023
Passenger refunds and unpaid employee claims
Following the shutdown, passengers faced uncertainty over refunds and employees reported unpaid wages and employment-related contributions. Malaysian authorities supported chargeback options for eligible ticket purchases.