Malta airport runways reopened after light aircraft accident

A light aircraft was involved in an accident on Malta International Airport’s main runway earlier on Thursday afternoon at 2:32pm.

Malta International Airport’s Rescue and Firefighting Services Team was dispatched to the scene immediately.

The one crew member on board the aircraft sustained no injuries.

The airport's runways were closed before ensuring that a normal operation can be resumed. An investigation into what caused the accident is underway.