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Lufthansa Technik Malta Ventures into Boeing 787 Heavy Maintenance

Lufthansa Technik Malta (LTM) is named the European center of excellence for widebody aircraft overhaul. The company, which recently marked its 20th anniversary, will broaden its portfolio to include base maintenance services for Boeing 787 planes.

LTM is now investing several million Euros in technical expert training, tooling, and material. The first aircraft is planned to arrive in the spring of 2024.

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In a statement, Maria Cilia, Head of Base Maintenance Services and CEO of Lufthansa Technik Malta, said: “It is a pleasure to begin my role as the new CEO of Lufthansa Technik Malta with such a significant investment in our business.

We will strengthen our presence in the Maltese community and open up new opportunities for current and future employees as a result of the expansion of our portfolio. This will allow us to serve the Boeing 787 operators in the area while also becoming the centre of excellence for widebody aircraft overhaul in Europe.

Over the years, LTM’s service offering has expanded to include a wide range of base maintenance services. The business was also the first to house the Lufthansa Technik Innovation Bay, which tested new technology such as mobile 3D scanners, exoskeletons, and drone-based aircraft fuselage inspections.

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Top 10 Largest Airports in the World by Size

When it comes to the world’s busiest and largest airports, size matters—not just in terms of the area they cover, but also in the volume of passengers they handle and the number of flights they accommodate.

As air travel continues to grow, airports around the globe are expanding and upgrading to meet increasing demand.

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In 2024, several airports stand out for their impressive size and capacity. This article takes a closer look at these massive aviation hubs, highlighting their key features and what makes them the largest airports in the world today.

Country	Airport	Area (sq km)
Saudi Arabia	King Fahd International Airport	776
United States	Denver International Airport	135
Malaysia	Kuala Lumpur International Airport	100
Turkey	Istanbul Airport	76
China	Beijing Daxing International Airport	46
Egypt	Cairo International Airport	36
Thailand	Suvarnabhumi Airport	32
Spain	Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport	30
Canada	Edmonton International Airport (YEG)	28
Netherlands	Amsterdam Airport Schiphol	27
Australia	Brisbane International Airport	27
Germany	Frankfurt Airport	23
India	Rajiv Gandhi International Airport	22

King Fahd International Airport, Saudi Arabia – Spanning a staggering 776 square kilometers, King Fahd International Airport is the largest airport in the world by area. Its vast expanse reflects its crucial role as a major hub in the Middle East.

Denver International Airport, United States – Covering 135 square kilometers, Denver International Airport ranks second in size. Known for its distinctive peaked roof and extensive facilities, it serves as a major gateway in North America.

Kuala Lumpur International Airport, Malaysia – With an area of 100 square kilometers, Kuala Lumpur International Airport is a key international hub in Southeast Asia, offering extensive services and connectivity.

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Istanbul Airport, Turkey – Istanbul Airport covers 76 square kilometers. This relatively new airport has quickly become one of the largest and busiest, positioning itself as a central point for travel between Europe and Asia.

Beijing Daxing International Airport, China – Beijing Daxing International Airport, with 46 square kilometers, is one of the newest major airports, featuring an impressive design and extensive facilities to handle growing passenger traffic.