Malta Flight-Share
Sorry, due to geographic relocation, this flight is no longer available.
However, I can highly recommend 'Malta Wings' for the most professional,
fully commercial service in Malta:
https://maltawings.com/sightseeing/
Do you know that there is a way in which anyone can be legally introduced to a private pilot and share equal costs* of a Malta Sky-Tour? You and your family, or friends, can enjoy a private flight-share opportunity with this breat taking sky-tour around the beautiful Maltese Islands. (*Strictly not for profit).
The UK Civil Aviation Authority, 'allows pilots to take advantage of the cost-sharing provision with the intention of encouraging more frequent flying by private pilots to maintain more regular flying currency and thus improving safety".
Apart from my love and passion for flying, the CAA comment above is why I am offering you a chance to 'come fly with me' around the Maltese archipelagoes or even, to Sicily for lunch and back. All that is required, is that each passenger including the pilot pay their equal share* of the total flight costs and complies with the EASA Safety Charter detailed below.
I offer you an opportunity to enjoy a private sky-tour flight with your very own private pilot and give you a chance to take a an exhilarating trip, circumnavigating the Maltese islands.
Typically, after leaving Malta International Airport, we will head north, passing the azure turquoise waters of 'Blue Grotto', pass over Mdina, Golden Bay out towards Comino and Gozo. Then we return south via Mellieha Bay, St Pauls Bay, passing Portomasso tower, Sliema, Valletta and the stunning Grand Harbour.
With Flight-Share, you experience the beautiful Maltese islands from a whole new and unique perspective. The views of the Maltese islands from 1,500 feet are breathtaking!
A pilot of both Piper Warrior P28A (low wing) and Cessna 172, (high wing) aircraft, the preference for "flight share sky tours is the Cessna high-wing aircraft due to the unrestricted views below your window. The C172 is a versatile 4-seater aircraft with space for up to 3** passengers. (**Weight restrictions may apply)
Standard tours are available for either 30, 45 and 60 minute sky-tour shared flights.***
***(Occasionally, some general aviation flights, such as this, may be subject to a delayed landing due to air traffic control correctly giving priority to arriving commercial traffic leading to a longer flight than planned. Any additional time in flight is payable in equal share by all on board.
NOTE: Before making your inquiry, please read the EASA Safety Charter in the left-hand side column below.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
All 'Flight-Share' opportunities are a private arrangement between a passenger and a private pilot. As such there can be no inference, express nor implied that this is in any way a commercial flight. Your attention is drawn to the fact that the standards of regulatory and safety requirements for all privately piloted flights are less stringent than those for commercial flights.
EASA Safety Charter
Read This Before Booking
The European Aviation Safety Agency (E.A.S.A.) has issued a safety charter that details the articles to be complied with for both pilots and passengers for all shared flight arrangements.
Bookings for a 'sky-tour shared-flight will only be accepted once passengers have read and agreed to the articles contained within this charter.
Malta at its Best
Most pilots agree the the best views are around the at the times of sunrise and sunset.
In particular, the beautiful stone buildings of Mdina, Valletta and Grand Harbour are showcased in low sun conditions.
Simply stunning!
Another benefit is the cooler temperatures which make the flight more comfortable.
Discuss options with your pilot.
The Air-Tour Package-Overview
For full details, see the
Email us to enquire
T/P call to discuss and confirm
Meet pre-flight for briefing
Arrive at airport for pre-flight checks and final briefing
Enjoy your flight
” ... a proficient and safe pilot with very high standards of airmanship, ”
Although I am a flight instructor, I have been flight-sharing with Paul for many years as a friend. He is a proficient and safe pilot with very high standards of airmanship, accountability and responsibility"
James Wilcocks - (FI, IR, MEP).
It is important that you get a sense of the person at the controls. Here is a little about your pilot. Paul is an international service industry professional and privately, a passionate aviator.
Whether flying alone, with family or friends he takes the responsibility of piloting and flight safety seriously. With experience flying in US, UK and Malta airspace, he is constantly studying, updating, and refreshing essential skills to maintain the highest levels of flight safety and enjoyment.
E.A.S.A. Private Pilots Licence (PPL)
Night Rating. Single Piston Engine (SEP) Cessna 150, 172 and Piper Warrior P28A with 110 flying hours. Newly re-validated, up to date and current.
Paul is excited to be in the process of completing his Multi-Engine, Basic Instrument rating.
Professionally, Paul is an International Professional motivational speaker, corporate trainer (in communication, customer service excellence and emotional intelligence skills).
Privately, Paul is a health and fitness fanatic. He rides his beloved Honda VFR 800 motor bike everywhere he goes, and is an avid reader of metaphysics, Philosophy and Aviation related material.
The European Regulation (EU) No 965/2012 states that 'Flight sharing' is fully legal in the European Union. It was confirmed by EASA in a letter to "Wingly founder, Mr Emeric Waziers in which it is shown that Private pilots are allowed to share their flights and costs with passengers in non-complex aircraft carrying no more than 6 persons including the pilot, and are permitted to advertise these flights.
European Regulation (EU) No 379/2014 of 7th April 2014, amending Commission Regulation (EU) No 965/2012, states that pilots are allowed to share flights as long as the aircraft does not exceed 6 seats and has a non-complex motorisation. Pilots are not allowed to make any profit on the flight. "Wingly" received written confirmation from EASA, stating that flight sharing and advertising flights is totally legal, as long as the costs are shared.
Additionally, the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) also confirmed it is legal to share flights.
Note that 'Air Navigation Order 2016', which stated that advertising a cost-shared flight is not permitted, this order was superseded by Order 1188 General Exception E4277 which in fact allows cost sharing in the same way EASA does.
How to Inquire About Your Air Tour
The final price of your flight will depend upon how many passengers are sharing and the total duration, including taxi, holding and any diversions.
A maximum of up to three passengers can fly (weight restrictions may apply).
Please ensure you have read and understood the "EASA Safety Charter"
BEFORE you inquire.
Available Flights
Typically, we fly around the Malta/Gozo Airspace.
Flights are 30, 45, or 60 minutes. However, if you want longer flights or even lunch in Sicily, this can also be arranged as a custom package.**
**For security reasons, Sicily flights require copies of ID and or Passport to be submitted plus you must have the originals in your possession throughout the flight.
Our meeting Point is:
MIA Gate 1,
Ħal Luqa LQA 5000
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