AOR Day 1 │ KLIA to Alor Setar • FY1672 • Work Trip!

Our Unexpected Sunday Trip

Our little adventure began without warning. One moment we were enjoying a quiet Sunday morning, and the next we were grabbing our things and heading out at 9:45am toward Subang SkyPark. Since it was Sunday, Brendan could drive us. The roads were calm, the air cool, and the whole ride carried that light, exciting feeling that only surprise trips can bring. Half an hour later, we reached the airport, ready for whatever came next.

A Slow, Easy Start at the Airport

Our Firefly FY1672 flight was set for 1:40pm, so there was no rush at all. Check in was smooth and relaxed. We watched our grey goblins disappear down the conveyor belt, then stepped outside for our usual airport ritual — Starbucks.

For two hours, we enjoyed our drinks, a curry puff, and a pastry for RM60.25 (≈ USD15/EUR13). It was one of those calm airport mornings where time moved slowly and the day ahead felt wide open. Hunger returned halfway through, so I walked over to Bungkus Kaw Kaw for a small packet of nasi lemak to keep us going.

Heading to the Gate

By 12:30pm, we packed up and went into the Departure Hall. Security was easy, the crowd light, and everything moved at a gentle pace. We found seats at Gate 6 and waited comfortably for boarding.

Boarding the Propeller Plane

At 1:30pm, we boarded. Walking across the open tarmac felt raw and exciting — the sun, the heat, the smell of jet fuel, and the sight of the propeller aircraft waiting for us. We climbed the steps, settled in, and at 1:50pm, the plane lifted off.

The propellers roared, the cabin vibrated, and the low altitude flight gave us a sensory rich experience where the clouds felt close and the landscape stayed in view.

Why We Were Flying to Alor Setar

This sudden trip began a few days earlier when Human Capital contacted me about a staffing emergency. The Alor Setar branch needed relief support because a Financial Advisor was going on maternity leave, and their planned replacement fell through at the last minute. Even though I had left operational work years ago, they asked if I could help.

I agreed. Arrangements were made quickly, and I was assigned to support the branch for the first week of August — with more visits expected later.

Touchdown in Alor Setar

We landed right on time at 2:55pm. After a quick potty break, we headed to Carousel A, where our grey goblins appeared right on cue. With bags collected, we stepped out into the warm Alor Setar afternoon — the official start of this unexpected assignment.

Closing

That wrapped up the first part of our journey. Stay tuned for the next episode, where we pick up a loaner car from my good buddy Yus.

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📍 Location:

Havironia Music - https://goo.gl/maps/swtNfVmjFK4FgRsf8

Subang Skypark - https://maps.app.goo.gl/FiYoYd8fXygEWErU7

Sultan Abdul Halim Airport - https://maps.app.goo.gl/LUpvUKHoyYJTjiMG8