Sri Ramani K. 0 Report post Posted November 1, 2010 It was unusual for me to go spotting in SZB, but today I decided to drive down to SZB (although a 140km drive to and fro) just to witness this special moment in Malaysia's history. It is a day for all Malaysians to be proud of irregardless of what has been said or done. I know we had many MW members covering from all areas and angles, and with such, I decided to open a dedicated topic just for this. I hope the mods would be okay as it is definitely a day to remember for all 9M-MXA was cleared to land at 1313hrs and did a touch and go, circled around and came back again to land. Gave us spotters not one, but two opportunities to shoot her. I was at the threshold area of RWY15 together with another member flee, and we had others scattered around all over SZB just to catch this special bird! Just to start off with one first while I get the others edited and also others can share here too Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flee 5 Report post Posted November 1, 2010 Sri Ramani, Good to see you again and fortunately we had the opportunity to do target practice before our VIP jet arrived. Here are a couple of shots from me to commemorate this event. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sri Ramani K. 0 Report post Posted November 1, 2010 Continuing... After the T&G, she came in again for the final phase of landing.. We can all shrug off all our worries about dark bellies after this, as it'll look good in any weather! Considering the weather around SZB and KUL today, I still think she looks elegant and sweet! After exiting the active runway, she taxied back to the terminal before she was greeted by this.. WATER CANON SALUTE! I was too far away, but this is the best I can share. I hope the "other" MW member who had VIP access will share some head on Looking forward to the rest from the rest! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wilson Chai 2 Report post Posted November 1, 2010 Nice work and photo !!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
michgyver 0 Report post Posted November 1, 2010 any interior pics? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alvin Liew 0 Report post Posted November 1, 2010 (edited) Is that the new livery for MH? Or just a promo livery for new 738s? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uq0KKlXnXrk Edited November 1, 2010 by Alvin Liew Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Waiping 12 Report post Posted November 1, 2010 Nice job guys. So, sick leave or emergency leave? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flee 5 Report post Posted November 1, 2010 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YhIkU1AeIfQ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Radzi 2 Report post Posted November 1, 2010 Looks like Ramani's photo on the top of this page is being used on MASwings FB page. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sri Ramani K. 0 Report post Posted November 1, 2010 Thanks Capt Radzi for alerting. It was great to meet up with you Flee since the last anniversary celebrations in SG. Now what I'm eagerly waiting is for Hon Kit's pictures... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Waiping 12 Report post Posted November 1, 2010 Hi guys, so the plane will just be on testing until 15 Nov? That's 2 weeks without revenue flight. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sharil Abdul Rahman 0 Report post Posted November 1, 2010 never liked flash. makes things look very unnatural. I LIKE the classy Y seats. very modern (for MAS) and proper inseat IFEs! its very warm and inviting. just hoping that its not warm during flights! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
S M Tang 0 Report post Posted November 1, 2010 9M-MXA kissing Malaysian soil for the first time. Spoilers deployed and full reverse! MXA coming to a full stop after a TAG. The water salute from my 'vantage point'. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flee 5 Report post Posted November 1, 2010 Good work Hon Kit! I must admit, I am not too impressed with the seats. They don't look very inviting for pax. Hope that they are more comfortable than they look! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hon Kit 3 Report post Posted November 1, 2010 Those seats are actually very very comfortable. Ample leg room. Very much improved seat i must say. MUCH much more better than the 734 and AK 's seat. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
S M Tang 0 Report post Posted November 1, 2010 What about the much debated seat pitch? Tried it? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alif A. F. 0 Report post Posted November 1, 2010 Those seats are actually very very comfortable. Ample leg room. Very much improved seat i must say. MUCH much more better than the 734 and AK 's seat. You must be joking! Really? So, you talking about the Y seats? The front seats of course have ample leg space. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ashmil Abd Ghani 0 Report post Posted November 1, 2010 (edited) Thank you very much to Sri Ramani, Flee, Hon Kit and SherM for the homecoming coverage... After looking to Hon Kit, that the only "proper" photo with true colour of Y seat... From front, it not really smart but from back it look smart and elegance... But colour of Y seat, not really attractive...hehehe One question towards this complicated plate pictures... Wonder why the owner is YAMASA AIRCRAFT MH3 KUMIAI?? Instead like Penerbangan Malaysia Berhad?? MH is 2nd tier lessor, is that right? Edited November 1, 2010 by Ashmil Abd Ghani Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andi C 0 Report post Posted November 1, 2010 Thanks for sharing. Interior looks lovely (much better than their current ones). Any toilet shots? (How many toilets are there actually? Because I've heard cabin crew complaints about lack of toilets in some of the leased 738s) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MIR 2 Report post Posted November 1, 2010 Excellent coverage guys! Gosh..'Hacks' colour seats...! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flee 5 Report post Posted November 1, 2010 Nice job guys. So, sick leave or emergency leave? Hehehe. It is nice to have a non 9 to 5 job lah! But I am lazy, just come out to shoot only "historic" events! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hon Kit 3 Report post Posted November 1, 2010 Dint manage to get the toilet shots. They were in a rush chasing us off as they need to send the aircraft to the hangar to install the IFE. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tuan Khiem 0 Report post Posted November 1, 2010 Stunning she was... Hope soon she flies to HAN someday. New color for new reg starts Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sharil Abdul Rahman 0 Report post Posted November 1, 2010 Excellent coverage guys! Gosh..'Hacks' colour seats...! Rather than Hacks, i would call it as deep burgundy colours - akin to a nice fine wine. the plane is both cooling and warm. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites