KM Malta Airlines has been recognised with the 2026 APEX Four Star™ Major Airline award, one of the most esteemed accolades in the global aviation sector.This distinction is presented by the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) and is based entirely on verified passenger feedback, highlighting the airline’s dedication to delivering exceptional service.The APEX Five Star™ and Four Star™ Airline Awards are unique in that they rely solely on neutral, third-party passenger insights. These insights are gathered through APEX’s partnership with TripIt® from Concur®, the world’s most widely used travel-organising application. For the 2026 awards, passengers rated over one million PNR-verified flights across more than 600 airlines worldwide using a five-star scale. To ensure integrity and transparency, these ratings were independently certified by a professional external auditing firm.This year, APEX raised the criteria for its ratings. Recognition as an APEX Five Star™ airline was limited to the top 40 carriers globally, representing less than 7% of all airlines assessed. The APEX Four Star™ designation acknowledges the next 50 airlines worldwide, accounting for just 8% of carriers, and includes the top 10 low-cost airlines. Alongside the 10 APEX World Class™ airlines, these carriers represent the top 100 airlines globally for passenger experience.“Just 18 months after our inaugural flight on 31 March 2024, we are honoured to be named an APEX Four Star™ Major Airline for 2026. This award is a testament to our unwavering commitment to delivering an exceptional travel experience for our passengers, and we are proud to be ranked amongst the world’s leading airlines,” wrote David Curmi, Executive Chairman of KM Malta Airlines, in a statement. The award was officially presented at the APEX/IFSA Global EXPO on 11th September 2025, an event that brought together airlines and industry leaders from around the world to celebrate innovation and excellence in passenger experience.This recognition further reinforces KM Malta Airlines’ dedication to continuous improvement and innovation, as the airline continues to establish itself as the national carrier of choice.Congratulations KM Malta Airlines!•