[Watch] Datuk takes a helicopter from KL to Segamat for Durian Buffet, and it’s not Musang King

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Malaysians are willing to travel if good food is at the other end.

But how far would Malaysians go for a good durian?

For a businessman from Datuk and his friends, a trip from Kuala Lumpur to a durian farm in Segamat by helicopter is no problem.

The businessman booked a durian buffet for four with Segamat durian producer Roman Harkin to specifically sample local durian varieties.

Roman’s durian farm in Kampung Bangas covers an area of ​​about 3 acres.

The businessman landed at the durian farm by helicopter at 2 p.m. last Wednesday as planned.

Roman, who shared the experience on Facebook, pointed out that the businessman was from Kuala Lumpur and contacted him through an assistant.

The businessman often eats popular durians like Musang King, but rarely gets a chance to taste those from Segamat, so he has reserved a durian buffet to share with friends.

Segamat durian producer Roman Harkin on the extra effort just to eat durian.

Red carpet treatment

He revealed that it was also the first time he received a VIP by helicopter.

He contacted the helicopter pilot several times before the booking date to make sure everything was going well.

Also, he established an open place as a landing point at the durian garden.

Roman said the businessman and his friends had a great time at the durian farm.

They ate five durians and brought 20 back to Kuala Lumpur to share with relatives and friends.

In addition to authentic durians, Roman offered them mangosteen and rambutan from his farm.

The businessman also asked Roman to cook popular catfish at Segamat.

Helicopters are the favorite of politicians

In Malaysia, helicopters are widely used by ministers and politicians.

Their helicopter rides had often been criticized by the public because of the cost involved.

The public said helicopters should be given priority for emergency needs such as transport for rescue and delivering aid.

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Helicopters are used by media personnel, oil and gas industry workers, police and, of course, the military.

According to a report by Asian Sky Media, there are 136 helicopters in Malaysia, including 71 helicopters manufactured by Airbus.

It represents 3% of the total number of helicopters available in the Asia-Pacific region.

Popular models used in Malaysia are Airbus, Agusta, Eurocopter, Aerospatiale and Robinson.

The body responsible for regulation and authorization to fly in the air is the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM)

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