August 3, 2026By Niniek Karmini, The Associated PressTalking Points Indonesian authorities arrested a Malaysia Airlines pilot, identified only as MS, for allegedly smuggling over 26 kilograms of ecstasy and methamphetamine upon landing in Jakarta. He claimed he was paid 50,000 Malaysian ringgit (about $11,700) to transport the drugs to Jakarta. JAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) — Indonesian authorities said Friday they have arrested a Malaysia Airlines pilot accused of smuggling of more than 26 kilograms (57 pounds) of ecstasy and a package of methamphetamine shortly after he landed in Jakarta ’s international airport. The luggage was later collected by the suspect, whom police identified as a pilot for Malaysian Airlines on flight MH727 from Kuala Lumpur to Jakarta, Santoso said. A drug test administered to the suspect showed positive results for methamphetamine, ecstasy and cocaine, Santoso said.