Fourteen private pilots from Germany, members of the Pilot’s Table Dusseldorf Club flew into LMML from 10th to 12th July 2025, as part of their annual flying tour. The visit was coordinated by Tamara Pavlovic. One of...
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ChrisPetro Air attracts bold offer
Photo: Mario Caruana / MAViO News A powerful new player is preparing for takeoff in the Libyan aviation sector. In an exclusive interview with MAViO News, Libyan aviation expert Captain Nouman El-Ageli revealed the...
The return of QR to Malta
Photo: Captain Damian Griscti is seen posing with his two daughters Kassia (2 years old) and Jasmine (5 years old) after completing the inaugural QA flight to Malta on 2nd July 2025, After a long hiatus, Qatar Airways...
Second Issue of FlyTALK Released
Following the successful launch of its inaugural edition, FlyTALK has released a more extensive second issue, thanks to the efforts of MAViO board member Ms Marvic Bugeja. The cover features a striking image by renowned...
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The “five-star captain” at China Eastern
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Nigel J Dunkerley appointed captain at Malta Air
Photo: Mario Caruna MAviO Award winner Nigel J Dunkerley has recently been promoted to the left hand seat at Malta Air. Nigel is a familiar face for many, having been a flight instructor, head of training and flight...
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Valletta Air to replace Air Malta?
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Air Malta goes back to the drawing board
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From PanAfriqiyah to Medsky
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Declan Keller set to join Air Malta
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Pope flies home on Air Malta
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New appointments at Malta Air
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