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A Malaysia Airlines pilot was detained in Jakarta related to a drug case but was not operating the aircraft at the time, reports confirm.

A Malaysia Airlines pilot was detained in Jakarta in connection with a 25kg drug case, leading to increased scrutiny and mandatory drug checks for cabin crew and pilots by Malaysia Aviation Group. Authorities have confirmed that the pilot was not flying the aircraft when detained, ensuring that flight safety was not compromised. The pilot will face trial in Indonesia, with no extradition planned.