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Following in Father's Flight Path: How a Malaysian Pilot Inspired Her Daughter's Aviation Dream

Samantha Laura John, 26, has graduated as a qualified pilot, continuing the aviation legacy of her father, retired RMAF Lieutenant-Colonel John Sham Alagarsamy. Their story illustrates how family influence shapes career aspirations.

By Zarith Sofiah · 19 Jun 2026 · 6 min read

RMAF Calls for Enhanced Capabilities to Secure Malaysia's Maritime Zones

Malaysia's air force chief has highlighted critical gaps in the country's maritime surveillance capabilities, calling for additional assets to protect the Exclusive Economic Zone amid escalating geopolitical tensions in the South China Sea.

By Khairul Anuar · 18 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Following in Father's Flight Path: How a Malaysian Pilot Inspired Her Daughter's Aviation Dream

RMAF Calls for Enhanced Capabilities to Secure Malaysia's Maritime Zones

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