PASSENGERS on board AirAsia flight AK720 from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur were startled when an overhead cabin panel suddenly came loose and fell off during landing on April 4.
Part of the panel landed on some empty seats, while the other portion remained suspended.
The panel was part of those covering the cabin lighting fixtures.
Flight AK720 had earlier departed from Singapore and arrived in Kuala Lumpur at 10.22 pm.
According to reports, there were no injuries when the incident occurred at about 10.10 pm as the aircraft touched down.
According to AirAsia Malaysia's general manager, Datuk Captain Fareh Mazputra, some of the hoses on the cabin panel became loose and came off just as the plane was landing.
"The aircraft had undergone all required maintenance checks before leaving Singapore. This includes the routine 36-hour visual and physical assessments.
"AirAsia's engineering team later conducted a thorough inspection to ensure the panels were safe and secure," said Fareh.
The airline also apologised for any inconvenience caused, and thanked passengers for their understanding, stressing that safety remains its absolute priority in every aspect of its operations.
According to posts from passengers, some reacted in shock, while there were those who laughed it off.
The plane landed without any incidents, and all passengers disembarked safely. - April 7, 2026
