KLIA aerotrains' service disrupted due to power trip

Alternative transport arrangements were immediately activated to ensure continuous passenger movement between the terminal and satellite building, said Malaysia Airports.

16 Oct 2025 09:09am
Passenger recovery procedures were immediately activated and the airport’s response team was deployed to assist those on board to the terminal. - Bernama photo
Passenger recovery procedures were immediately activated and the airport’s response team was deployed to assist those on board to the terminal. - Bernama photo

KUALA LUMPUR - Both aerotrains at KL International Airport (KLIA) Terminal 1 experienced a temporary power trip, resulting in a service disruption at about 8.30pm yesterday, according to Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd.

In a statement here tonight, it said passenger recovery procedures were immediately activated and the airport’s response team was deployed to assist those on board to the terminal.

The airport operator said service for one of the aerotrains was restored at 9.27 pm and it is now back in operation, while rectification work continues on the second train.

Alternative transport arrangements were immediately activated to ensure continuous passenger movement between the terminal and satellite building, said Malaysia Airports.

"KLIA is conducting a thorough investigation to determine the root cause of the incident. We regret the inconvenience caused and appreciate the patience and understanding of all passengers as recovery work progresses,” it added. - BERNAMA

 

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