Malaysia Airlines Tweet Criticized For Being Insensitive

The latest Malaysia Airlines tweet has been deemed insensitive and the airline issued an apology. In its latest tweet promoting its end of year specials, the airline tweeted “Want to go somewhere, but don’t know where?”

Critics say the tweet was insensitive, following a devastating year for the airline that saw them lose two planes resulting in the deaths of hundreds of passengers.

Flight MH370 disappeared between Kuala Lumpur and Beijing on 8 March with 230 passengers on-board including 6 Australians. The plane is still missing.

Malaysia Airlines issued the following statement:

“A recent tweet posted regarding our Year-End Specials was intended to inspire travelers during this holiday period to explore destinations and deals Malaysia Airlines is offering. Unfortunately, it unintentionally caused offence to some, and we have since removed the tweet.”