Air Malta pays pictorial tribute to 'exemplary' former chairman Albert Mizzi

Friday, 11 September 2015, 14:09 Last update: about 11 years ago

Air Malta’s longest-standing chairman Albert Mizzi, who passed away yesterday, will remain a shining example to all those involved in Air Malta for his unwavering dedication, passion and commitment towards the national airline, Air Malta said in a statement today.

The iconic Maltese businessman spent almost two decades at the helm of Air Malta and was a key protagonist in the ambitious project to give Malta its own wings

“Air Malta owes much to the perseverance, imagination and commitment of Mr Mizzi, who steered the airline just after inception until he saw it thriving. Though a lot has changed throughout the decades, not least in the global aviation industry, Mr Mizzi remains a shining example for all Air Malta employees, past and present, as he always placed the best interests of the airline before his own,” said Air Malta chairperson Maria Micallef.

“I will personally remember Mr Mizzi for his gentlemanly manner, leadership skills and natural vision. As soon as I was appointed to the chairmanship, he made it a point to meet me to explain the history behind Air Malta. He also asked me to make sure we bring the airline back to its glory days. It is an honour, responsibility and privilege to ensure his legacy of success is rekindled within the airline. Mr Mizzi will remain a celebrated figure in Air Malta’s young but rich history and he will be sorely missed,” Ms Micallef added.

Mr Mizzi took over the national airline in its first year, 1973, until 1992, during which time Air Malta turned record profits and gained its reputation as a reliable and safe airline that means business.

The airline also sent a number of photographs highlighting the key moments of Mr Mizzi's chairmanship.