Malaysia Airlines Flight MH79 Diverted To Vietnam Due To Technical Issue

PUTRAJAYA, Nov 24 (Bernama) -- Malaysia Airlines confirmed today that flight MH79, en route from Hong Kong to Kuala Lumpur, was diverted to Ho Chi Minh City Airport, Vietnam, due to a technical issue encountered during cruising.

In a statement today, Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) said the flight, carrying 147 passengers and seven crew members landed safely at 10.40 am local time.

"The pilot in command made the decision to divert the flight as a precautionary measure to address the issue before continuing to Kuala Lumpur," the statement read.

"At no point was safety compromised," it added.

Passengers are being reallocated to alternative carriers to ensure they reach their destinations, while others are being accommodated at nearby hotels.

"Malaysia Airlines deeply regrets the inconvenience caused and the disruption to our passengers' travel plans," it added.

-- BERNAMA