Firefly commences twice daily flights between Kuala Lumpur and Sandakan today

FY 540 departed Kuala Lumpur International Airport at 7am today and arrived at Sandakan Airport at 9.45am with a load factor of 90 per cent.

Firefly’s Managing Director, Dato’ Eddy Leong, was among those on-board this flight. Upon arrival, Leong and all other passengers were warmly greeted by Sandakan Municipal Council President, Datuk lr James Wong, Sabah Tourism Board Chairman, Dato’ Seri Tengku Zainal Adlin and a welcome troupe dressed in traditional costumes and carrying Bunga Manggar.

Passengers on this inaugural flight included 38 travel agents, bloggers and members of the media from Kuala Lumpur who had been specially invited by Firefly to experience Firefly’s newest service and participate in a three-day familiarisation trip in Sandakan which included a visit to Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre. The highlight of this trip will be Firefly’s adoption of three young Orang Utans as part of the airline’s efforts to contribute to the preservation of this human-like species.

In his speech, Leong said: “We are operating this route with our newest Boeing 737-800, which has a seating capacity of 189. Our fares may be low, but we offer premium facilities such as aerobridges for passenger comfort and safety and a chance to experience the world renown award-winning airport, Kuala Lumpur International Airport that we operate from.