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New Straits Times
10-07-2025
- Sport
- New Straits Times
Road cyclists' gold hopes dim after Sports Council rejects bike funding
KUALA LUMPUR: The road cycling team's hopes of striking gold at the Thailand SEA Games (Dec 9-20) have been dealt a blow after the National Sports Council (NSC) rejected their request for new bicycles. The team had sought funding to purchase six new time trial bikes in preparation for the Games and as part of a long-term investment ahead of the 2027 Kuala Lumpur edition. Malaysian National Cycling Federation (MNCF) road cycling committee chairman Norazman Abu Samah confirmed the NSC's decision to turn down their request for additional funding. "We had a meeting with NSC last week to discuss the road team's budget and were told there will be no extra funds. This is a massive blow to our gold medal hopes in Thailand," said a disappointed Norazman. He said the team needs upgraded time trial bikes to match regional rivals Thailand and the Philippines, who are already equipped with the latest technology. "This year, NSC allocated RM450,000 for road, mountain bike (MTB) and BMX, which covers training, coaching and competitions. RM300,000 was set aside for road, RM100,000 for MTB and RM50,000 for BMX," he said. "However, we only have RM160,000 left for the road team after spending RM140,000 on preparations for the Asian Cycling Championships in Nilai in February. "We've been told to divert funds from MTB and BMX, but we don't believe that's the right approach. "If no additional funding comes in, we may have to pull out of the Thailand SEA Games altogether." In contrast, Thailand's riders will be using top-tier time trial bikes costing around RM100,000 each. Malaysia had high hopes of success in Thailand following Nur Amirull Fakhruddin Mazuki's gold (mass start) and silver (criterium) at the 2023 Phnom Penh Games. At the 2021 Hanoi edition, Nur Aiman Zariff won gold in the mass start, while Nur Aiman Rosli bagged bronze in the individual time trial. However, hosts Thailand are expected to design the mass start route to include a steep summit finish — a tactic likely aimed at favouring their own riders and denting Malaysia's title defence.
The Sun
17-05-2025
- General
- The Sun
Drone operation without permit prohibited during ASEAN Summmit
KUALA LUMPUR: The Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM) said any drone operation without a permit is prohibited during the ASEAN Summit at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) on May 26 and 27. Its Chief Executive Officer Datuk Captain Norazman Mahmud said the restrictions or ban on operating drones without a permit remain as per the existing regulations under Section 4 of the Civil Aviation Act 1969 (Act 3), Regulation 98, Regulations 140-144, the Civil Aviation Regulations 2016 and the Civil Aviation Directives (CADs). 'A drone no-fly zone is different from an aircraft no-fly zone, which means any drone operation in the area around KLCC or at any location must first obtain a permit,' he said when contacted today. He said CAAM always works closely with security agencies, including the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) and the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RUAF) for monitoring, controlling and coordinating flight activities involving elements of public safety and order. 'CAAM also collaborates with other government agencies such as the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) and the Department of Survey and Mapping Malaysia (JUPEM) for any drone flight activities in the country. 'This collaboration is important not only in the context of airspace control, but also to ensure that every flight operating in Malaysia complies with the stipulated safety regulations,' he said. Meanwhile, Norazman said the location of the ASEAN Summit at KLCC is not included in the no-fly zone for aircraft. 'Any restrictions or bans on permanent aircraft flights in the area have been gazetted and officially announced through Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP) documents and notices to pilots (NOTAM),' he said.
The Sun
17-05-2025
- General
- The Sun
Drone use without permit prohibited during ASEAN Summit
KUALA LUMPUR: The Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM) said any drone operation without a permit is prohibited during the ASEAN Summit at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) on May 26 and 27. Its Chief Executive Officer Datuk Captain Norazman Mahmud said the restrictions or ban on operating drones without a permit remain as per the existing regulations under Section 4 of the Civil Aviation Act 1969 (Act 3), Regulation 98, Regulations 140-144, the Civil Aviation Regulations 2016 and the Civil Aviation Directives (CADs). 'A drone no-fly zone is different from an aircraft no-fly zone, which means any drone operation in the area around KLCC or at any location must first obtain a permit,' he said when contacted today. He said CAAM always works closely with security agencies, including the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) and the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RUAF) for monitoring, controlling and coordinating flight activities involving elements of public safety and order. 'CAAM also collaborates with other government agencies such as the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) and the Department of Survey and Mapping Malaysia (JUPEM) for any drone flight activities in the country. 'This collaboration is important not only in the context of airspace control, but also to ensure that every flight operating in Malaysia complies with the stipulated safety regulations,' he said. Meanwhile, Norazman said the location of the ASEAN Summit at KLCC is not included in the no-fly zone for aircraft. 'Any restrictions or bans on permanent aircraft flights in the area have been gazetted and officially announced through Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP) documents and notices to pilots (NOTAM),' he said.
The Star
17-05-2025
- General
- The Star
Drone operations without permit prohibited during Asean Summit, says CAAM
KUALA LUMPUR: The Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM) says that any drone operation without a permit is prohibited during the Asean Summit at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) on May 26 and 27. Chief executive officer Datuk Captain Norazman Mahmud said the restrictions or ban on operating drones without a permit remains as per the existing regulations under Section 4 of the Civil Aviation Act 1969 (Act 3), Regulation 98, Regulations 140-144, the Civil Aviation Regulations 2016 and the Civil Aviation Directives (CADs). "A drone no-fly zone is different from an aircraft no-fly zone, which means any drone operation in the area around KLCC or at any location must first obtain a permit," he said when contacted Saturday (May 17). He said CAAM always works closely with security agencies, including the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) and the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RUAF) for monitoring, controlling and coordinating flight activities involving elements of public safety and order. "CAAM also collaborates with other government agencies such as the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) and the Survey and Mapping Department Malaysia for any drone flight activities in the country. "This collaboration is important not only in the context of airspace control, but also to ensure that every flight operating in Malaysia complies with the stipulated safety regulations," he said. Meanwhile, Norazman said the location of the Asean Summit at KLCC is not included in the no-fly zone for aircraft. "Any restrictions or bans on permanent aircraft flights in the area have been gazetted and officially announced through Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP) documents and notices to pilots (NOTAM)," he said. - Bernama
Barnama
17-05-2025
- General
- Barnama
Drone Operation Without Permit Prohibited During ASEAN Summmit- CAAM
GENERAL KUALA LUMPUR, May 17 (Bernama) -- The Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM) said any drone operation without a permit is prohibited during the ASEAN Summit at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) on May 26 and 27. Its Chief Executive Officer Datuk Captain Norazman Mahmud said the restrictions or ban on operating drones without a permit remain as per the existing regulations under Section 4 of the Civil Aviation Act 1969 (Act 3), Regulation 98, Regulations 140-144, the Civil Aviation Regulations 2016 and the Civil Aviation Directives (CADs). 'A drone no-fly zone is different from an aircraft no-fly zone, which means any drone operation in the area around KLCC or at any location must first obtain a permit,' he said when contacted today. He said CAAM always works closely with security agencies, including the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) and the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RUAF) for monitoring, controlling and coordinating flight activities involving elements of public safety and order. 'CAAM also collaborates with other government agencies such as the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) and the Department of Survey and Mapping Malaysia (JUPEM) for any drone flight activities in the country. 'This collaboration is important not only in the context of airspace control, but also to ensure that every flight operating in Malaysia complies with the stipulated safety regulations,' he said. Meanwhile, Norazman said the location of the ASEAN Summit at KLCC is not included in the no-fly zone for aircraft. 'Any restrictions or bans on permanent aircraft flights in the area have been gazetted and officially announced through Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP) documents and notices to pilots (NOTAM),' he said.
