World · Malaysia Bureau
Human remains discovered in aircraft wheel well at KLIA Terminal 2
A body has been found in the landing gear compartment of an aircraft at Kuala Lumpur International Airport's Terminal 2. The deceased, whose identity and gender remain unconfirmed, is believed to have been deceased for more than 72 hours.
LSN Malaysia ·
Authorities at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) discovered human remains in the wheel well of an aircraft stationed at Terminal 2, prompting an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death.
The body was located within the landing gear compartment of the aircraft. Initial assessments suggest the individual had been deceased for more than three days at the time of discovery, though the exact timeframe remains under investigation.
KLIA officials have not yet released identifying information regarding the deceased. The individual's identity, gender, and cause of death are yet to be determined pending further examination and investigation.
The discovery has prompted authorities to conduct a thorough investigation. Officials are working to establish how the remains came to be in the aircraft's wheel well and to identify the individual involved.
The incident marks an unusual occurrence at Malaysia's primary aviation hub. Airport authorities have not disclosed additional details regarding the ongoing investigation or any preliminary findings at this stage.