Firefly extends Seletar-Subang flight suspensions as haze persists

Firefly Airlines has extended flight cancellations on the Subang-Seletar service for another day, pushing the suspension period through October 19 as transboundary haze continues to affect visibility across the region. The low-cost carrier's decision reflects worsening air quality metrics that have prompted multiple carriers to reassess operations on regional routes.

The airline has maintained the suspension for ten days running, citing safety concerns linked to reduced visibility from haze pollution. Subang Airport, which serves Kuala Lumpur, and Seletar Airport in Singapore have both experienced operational constraints as air quality deteriorated in recent days.

The route serves as a key link for business and leisure passengers between the two countries, with multiple daily services typically operating pre-suspension. Firefly has advised affected passengers to contact the airline for rebooking options on alternative flights or dates.

Regional haze during the burning season typically affects air quality across Malaysia and Singapore, with transboundary pollution originating from agricultural clearing in neighbouring countries. Airlines regularly adjust operations based on real-time visibility assessments and safety protocols, with meteorological conditions expected to determine when normal services can resume.