szesyn 0 Report post Posted April 4, 2016 Was flying out to BKI early last Saturday morning and was pleasantly surprised to see that the food court inside the departure area of KCH (that boarded up area between gates 4 and R) is finally opened. Rather pleasantly furnished, it looks like what you'd find in a shopping mall and I reckoned there are about 10 stalls selling Sarawak cuisine - including Kuching's kolo mee and Sarawak laksa. The food court is quite large and boasts of a centre dessert station selling frozen yoghurt and ice cream. Pity I could not snap any pictures but I did grab a cup of coffee and the vendor told me it was their second day of operation. All said, it will sure give MB and CBTL a run for their money as passengers now have an alternative for F&B. Do check it out guys. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dr Chuo Hock Tieng 0 Report post Posted April 4, 2016 More reason for pax to tapau laksa n kolo mee back home Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Muhammad Firdaus 0 Report post Posted April 9, 2016 So it is not just to KCH, RN has suspended its entire operation to all destinations effective immediately. Source: http://www.mstar.com.my/berita/berita-semasa/2016/04/09/rayani-air-gantung-operasi/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Christopher Lo JK 0 Report post Posted April 12, 2016 Went for spotting yesterday. AFI flying as AK5212 to here. Had been onboard this aircraft from KUL back to KCH as AK5234. 9M-AJB 9M-AJE Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lucas L. 0 Report post Posted April 17, 2016 AK will be using A330 for KUL-KCH with 2x daily starting 18 April 2016! AK8672 KUL KCH 10:20 12:15 AK8673 KCH KUL 13:15 14:55 AK8670 KUL KCH 15:55 17:40 AK8671 KCH KUL 18:40 20:20 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Christopher Lo JK 0 Report post Posted April 17, 2016 AK will be using A330 for KUL-KCH with 2x daily starting 18 April 2016! AK8672 KUL KCH 10:20 12:15 AK8673 KCH KUL 13:15 14:55 AK8670 KUL KCH 15:55 17:40 AK8671 KCH KUL 18:40 20:20 Thanks for the info. They are coming back again after it has been years. But, the flights last until the end of this month. And, we will be going to catch the reds and share their pictures here! 17/4/2016 M39-02. I think this would be my first proper shot of a heli. Alpha Juliet Whiskey holding at Charlie due to traffic inbound. Close up of her. The pilots took Alpha instead due to traffic inbound 07. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lucas L. 0 Report post Posted April 18, 2016 it's here! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Christopher Lo JK 0 Report post Posted April 18, 2016 Update! 9M-XXP 18/4/2016 Would go for an another round later! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Prestley Shim 0 Report post Posted April 18, 2016 Update! 9M-XXP 18/4/2016 Would go for an another round later! Chris so laju xD XXP 8672 by Prestley Shim, on Flickr Booyah! D7 aircraft makes a return to KCH after more than 5 years! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Christopher Lo JK 0 Report post Posted April 18, 2016 Chris so laju xD XXP 8672 by Prestley Shim, on Flickr Booyah! D7 aircraft makes a return to KCH after more than 5 years! Fantastic and gorgeous shot! I think these 2 words are yet enough to describe this shot, because it is too beautiful! Update This is the 2nd flight of today, which is AK8670. Unfortunately, the clouds were not on our side as they were blocking the sun. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChrisJong 0 Report post Posted April 18, 2016 Woah! Never knew Air Asia X flies to Kuching under Air Asia? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Muhammad Firdaus 0 Report post Posted April 19, 2016 Peak time or increased passenger rate at KCH prompted AK to use their wide body for this route? Great achievement for KCH/WBGG, lets just hope that AK will continue use their wide bodies on this route, perhaps their newly ordered A350 next. Mr. Prestley and Chris, can't wait to see your shots of the highly anticipated HX on April 26. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Prestley Shim 0 Report post Posted April 20, 2016 Woah! Never knew Air Asia X flies to Kuching under Air Asia? Yeah flying under AK Peak time or increased passenger rate at KCH prompted AK to use their wide body for this route? Great achievement for KCH/WBGG, lets just hope that AK will continue use their wide bodies on this route, perhaps their newly ordered A350 next. Mr. Prestley and Chris, can't wait to see your shots of the highly anticipated HX on April 26. Apparently HX arrival date has been moved to May 28th Yeah increased passenger numbers as people are going back to Sarawak for the upcoming election. XXS 8672 by Prestley Shim, on Flickr Day 3 with 9M-XXS "Xhaolin Spirit". Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
charles 0 Report post Posted April 21, 2016 Last night Airasia flight from Bintulu was approaching to land on Rwy 25 but opted to go for 07 . It was already on very short final . Wonder what's the reason Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Prestley Shim 0 Report post Posted April 21, 2016 Last night Airasia flight from Bintulu was approaching to land on Rwy 25 but opted to go for 07 . It was already on very short final . Wonder what's the reason Might be a last minute decision to do a visual for 07 instead. Not quite sure, wasn't listening in to ATC. KCH is a favourite airfield for visual departures and arrivals. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
szesyn 0 Report post Posted April 23, 2016 Yeah flying under AK Apparently HX arrival date has been moved to May 28th Yeah increased passenger numbers as people are going back to Sarawak for the upcoming election. XXS 8672 by Prestley Shim, on Flickr Day 3 with 9M-XXS "Xhaolin Spirit". Extracted from HX webpage: Commencing on 28 May 2016, Hong Kong Airlines, an internationally-acclaimed full-service airline, will be the only carrier providing direct twice-weekly flight service between Hong Kong and Kuching, Malaysia. The new service will be operated by an all-economy class Airbus A320 aircraft, further strengthen the airline’s network in Asia. Kuching is Sarawak’s capital city, as well as one of the largest cities in the island of Borneo. Since Kuching sounds like the Malaysian word for cat, it is commonly translated as the “Cat City”. Cats can be found in every corner of the city, ranging from cat statues to Cat Museum, attracting cat lovers from around the world. For travelers who like to dig deeper into the beauty a city, the unique history and culture, as well as nature and wildlife of Kuching will never disappoint you. In Bako Natural Park, you may immerse yourself in a tranquil wilderness walking along the forest trail, and learn more about the diverse habitat at Borneo. At Sarawak Cultural Village, you will get introduced to local culture and lifestyle by spending a day with aborigines there. Back to the city center, it’s time to enjoy the crossover of silence and cosmopolitan vibes at Kuching Waterfront. Mr. Li Dianchun, Chief Commercial Officer of Hong Kong Airlines said, “We are delighted to launch our first direct service to Malaysia following the inaugural of Phnom Penh, Cambodia in February. With the end of rainy season, we believe Kuching will become another popular travel destination this year, and further strengthen our network in Asia. This will also offer passengers more diverse options for business and leisure travel.” The flight schedule for Kuching route is as follows (*All Times Local): Flight no.* Route Departure/ Arrival time* Frequency HX715 Hong Kong to Kuching 01:55/05:30 Every Wednesday and Saturday HX716 Kuching to Hong Kong 06:20/09:55 Every Wednesday and Saturday * Flight number and schedule may change without prior notice. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Christopher Lo JK 0 Report post Posted April 24, 2016 Extracted from HX webpage: Commencing on 28 May 2016, Hong Kong Airlines, an internationally-acclaimed full-service airline, will be the only carrier providing direct twice-weekly flight service between Hong Kong and Kuching, Malaysia. The new service will be operated by an all-economy class Airbus A320 aircraft, further strengthen the airline’s network in Asia. Kuching is Sarawak’s capital city, as well as one of the largest cities in the island of Borneo. Since Kuching sounds like the Malaysian word for cat, it is commonly translated as the “Cat City”. Cats can be found in every corner of the city, ranging from cat statues to Cat Museum, attracting cat lovers from around the world. For travelers who like to dig deeper into the beauty a city, the unique history and culture, as well as nature and wildlife of Kuching will never disappoint you. In Bako Natural Park, you may immerse yourself in a tranquil wilderness walking along the forest trail, and learn more about the diverse habitat at Borneo. At Sarawak Cultural Village, you will get introduced to local culture and lifestyle by spending a day with aborigines there. Back to the city center, it’s time to enjoy the crossover of silence and cosmopolitan vibes at Kuching Waterfront. Mr. Li Dianchun, Chief Commercial Officer of Hong Kong Airlines said, “We are delighted to launch our first direct service to Malaysia following the inaugural of Phnom Penh, Cambodia in February. With the end of rainy season, we believe Kuching will become another popular travel destination this year, and further strengthen our network in Asia. This will also offer passengers more diverse options for business and leisure travel.” The flight schedule for Kuching route is as follows (*All Times Local): Flight no.* Route Departure/ Arrival time* Frequency HX715 Hong Kong to Kuching 01:55/05:30 Every Wednesday and Saturday HX716 Kuching to Hong Kong 06:20/09:55 Every Wednesday and Saturday * Flight number and schedule may change without prior notice. I hope that they will change the scheduled time and they should arrive here during daylight. It is very hard to catch them due to weak lighting in the early morning. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Christopher Lo JK 0 Report post Posted April 24, 2016 Spotting Log 24th April 2016 The skies were blue and clear in the morning. 9M-AJW 9M-LNF The vortex! 9M-MSJ M54-01 from Subang. Our important guest of the day~ 9M-ASB under AIROD Aerospace N188MR The frequent guest~ Quite frequent to see her flying to Kuching. 9M-MSB 9M-WaSaBi 9M-AFW She and AFI are currently based in Kuching. The only two special liveries. 9M-SSE aka The Viking! 9M-AJH as AXM9984. Probably it could be an endorsement, chartered flight or others. One of the reasons we love an a320 equiiped with sharklets is because of the blinking strobe lights! 9M-XXZ She was going around. Grateful to be one of the lucky ones to hear the loud impressive sounds of the RR Trent engines when Go Around thrust was applied. Positive rate, gear up! While XXZ was going around, here came the Hercules, which is M30-04 from 14th Squadron of RMAF. The second attempt to land on 25. Would say that Kuching Airport was very busy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GeO 0 Report post Posted April 24, 2016 After few years hiatus, finally AirAsia decide to combine four daily A320 flights into two daily A333 flights effective 18 April till 30 April. Day 1: AirAsia send 9M-XXP as AK8672 for the morning KUL-KCH. Aircraft is Airbus A330-343 with Rolls Royce Trent engines. Seen here is 9M-XXP just departed for KUL. With the gears retraction in progress. Manage to snapped a pic of Hornbill Skyways Eurocopter EC135 P2+ 9M-WSG on final approach Rwy 07. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SS Lee 0 Report post Posted April 25, 2016 WOW, nice catches of such great traffic in Kuching. From helicopters, to widebody AirAsia's, to the A400. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Prestley Shim 0 Report post Posted April 25, 2016 Chris, nosebleed kena cucuk the tajamness of your pics Gio, belly damn nice Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Prestley Shim 0 Report post Posted April 25, 2016 Counting the days with 9M-XX* Day 4 with 9M-XXK "Xklusive" Day 5 with 9M-XXA "Xuberance" Day 7 with 9M-XXZ "Son of Xcalibur". Day 6 was 9M-XXS. Day 8 with 9M-XXC "Midnight Xcapade". First two sectors AXM8672/AXM8673 was done by the captain with the third and fourth sectors AXM8670/AXM8671 done by Mr Johan Farid Khairuddin. YB Khairy Jamaluddin was onboard AXM8673 to Lumpur. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GeO 0 Report post Posted April 25, 2016 21 APRIL 2016 The aircraft that scared the hell out of some Kuchingites thinking this aircraft got difficulty to land. One of the rare private jets into Kuching. Dassault Falcon-50EX. N959DM 22 APRIL 2016 AirAsiaX send their Albino Airbus A330-343 on 5th day of AirAsiaX A330 operation into Kch. MASwings ATR72-500 on short final runway 25 WBGG. 9M-MWE Hornbill Skyways Beechcraft King Air B350i 9M-WSC. This bird not yet have entry in airliners.net. Hornbill Skyways Beechcraft Super King Air B200GT 9M-WSK. Full body shot is too mainstream, so i did belly close-up of this Malaysia Airlines Boeing 737-8H6(WL) 9M-MXN One of my AirAsia Special livery capture. 9M-AFW. 23 APRIL 2016 6th day 9M-XXS give the task to do four sectors between KUL-KCH. another belly shot of the beast. 24 APRIL 2016 Assembly of private jets in Kuching on Sunday 24/4/2016. 3 privates have to park at Cargo due to limited space at the normal GA Apron WBGG. Zebra livery (VP-CAX) can be seen in the picture. 7th day they send 9M-XXZ. All normal livery so far. Still waiting for most special 9M-XXT and 9M-XXF. Closeup of the Rolls-Royce Trent 772B-60 that fired up this big metal bird. Royal Malaysian Police Air Wing Cessna 208 Caravan I on visual approach runway 25 WBGG 25 APRIL 2016 Here comes JFK with 9M-XXC I dont think he can see us. We look like ants from that height. Belly shot of 9M-XXC Shot from the back Flaring part. This is when you hear RETARD! RETARD! RETARD! Belly shot of MASwings Vikings 400 (9M-SSA) departed runway 07 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
szesyn 0 Report post Posted April 27, 2016 From HX's website: You will notice that Kuching is marked with a purple line (Operated by codeshare partners). I think we will not be seeing HX's aircraft but Hong Kong Express (UO) equipment but marketed as a HX flight. After all, its an all economy A320 which means its a LCC type equipment. Oh well....better than nothing I suppose. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GeO 0 Report post Posted April 28, 2016 AirAsiaX all white Airbus A330-343 9M-XXA is in Kuching again for 3rd visit on 28 April 2016. We called it the "Albino". Here she comes Her livery-less fuselage Try out different spotting site which takes 15 minutes drive from the Stutong-Airport mainroad. One hundred! Fifty! Forty! Thirty! Twenty! Retard! Retard! Airbus aircrafts are the only aircraft that call the pilot retard. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites