After 50 years of flight, Air Malta, the national airline of Malta, today ceases operations.

Air Malta Chairman Prof. Philip von Brockdorff expressed his gratitude to the dedicated individuals who have contributed to the services provided by the airline throughout the past half a century.

“Today, as we bid farewell to Air Malta, I extend my sincerest thanks to all the flight deck crew, cabin crew, engineers, ground staff, technical support, operations personnel, head office staff, and individuals in various interlinked roles who have been an integral part of the airline’s journey,” he said.

He said that “Air Malta has been the national carrier and a key player in connecting the Maltese islands to the rest of the world. The airline has played a vital role in promoting tourism, facilitating business travel, and fostering cultural exchange.”

Prof. von Brockdorff also expressed his gratitude to the past Chairpersons of Air Malta. They have all been instrumental in one way or another to the operations of the national airline.

While bidding farewell to Air Malta, the Chairman also referred to the new airline company. “From tomorrow, the new national airline, KM Malta Airlines, will proudly carry the Maltese flag in our skies,” he stated.

The airline said that the Chairman’s message “serves as a tribute to the countless individuals who have contributed to the airline’s operations and a testament to the enduring spirit of Air Malta during the past 50 years. ”

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