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===The "Spotters' Wall" (Safi side)===
===The "Spotters' Wall" (Safi side)===


The Spotter's Wall, as it is known, is really an elevated viewing platform which was built by the Malta Aviation Society some years ago. It offers unobstructed views of Runway 14/32 and it is the place from which to shoot takeoffs in either direction. With any luck the aircraft will rotate right in front of you. It is easily the best spot for photography at MLA. Its only drawbacks are its unsuitability for morning photography, and its very popularity: it can get crowded if there is a particularly unusual movement.
The Spotter's Wall, as it is known, is really an elevated viewing platform. Built by the Malta Aviation Society some years ago, it offers unobstructed views of Runway 14/32 and it is the place from which to shoot takeoffs in either direction. With any luck the aircraft will rotate right in front of you. It is easily the best spot for photography at MLA. Its only drawbacks are its unsuitability for morning photography, and its very popularity: it can get crowded if there is a particularly unusual movement.


'''Time of day:''' Noon to evening.
'''Time of day:''' Noon to evening.
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If driving, head for the airport but take the road to Zurrieq at the Gudja/airport/Luqa roundabout. Parking is available next to the viewing platform and across the road.
If driving, head for the airport but take the road to Zurrieq at the Gudja/airport/Luqa roundabout. Parking is available next to the viewing platform and across the road.
{{jplink|118458}} (the viewing platform)
{{jplink|118458}} (the Spotter's Wall)
{{jplink|5665688}} (A300 Runway 14 - 125mm)
{{jplink|5665688}} (A300 Runway 14 - 125mm)
{{anetlink|1037541}} (Boeing 737-800 Runway 32 - 100mm)
{{anetlink|1037541}} (Boeing 737-800 Runway 32 - 100mm)
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