Fernandes lauds Perth flight pilots and crew as heroes


PETALING JAYA: The pilots and crew of AirAsia X Flight D7237 have done a “heroic job” to ensure the safety of all 359 people on board, says AirAsia Group chief executive officer Tan Sri Tony Fernandes.

In a Facebook post on Tuesday, Fernandes revealed the names of the pilots – Capt Ibrahim and first officer Vincent, as well as Purser Ruijaruuneglai, saying he is “beaming with pride” at their leadership.

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