Kota Belud:Members of the public in Kota Belud, Sabah, and the Federal Territory of Labuan have been advised not to be alarmed by aircraft flying at low altitudes from October 12 to 20.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) Public Relations Division stated that these tactical flights are part of the Air Mobility Tactical Operation (AMTOP) Exercise Series 2/2026.

The joint exercise involves the RMAF, Malaysian Army (TDM), and Royal Malaysian Navy (RMN) and aims to enhance joint interoperability and evaluate operational effectiveness at the tactical level. During this period, RMAF aircraft will conduct low-altitude tactical flights, supported by maritime assets deployed within designated areas.

The RMAF has urged local residents to remain calm and not be alarmed by the presence of various national defense assets throughout the nine-day exercise.