Germany’s Aero-Dienst is examining a Malta Air Operator Certificate as part of a wider expansion of its maintenance, repair and overhaul business. The move would give the business aviation operator and maintenance provider greater operating flexibility while it assesses how a Maltese certification could fit with its growing maintenance footprint.
The plan remains under consideration rather than a completed regulatory step, and no formal decision has been disclosed. Available reporting does not set out a timetable or operational details, but it points to Aero-Dienst aligning its air-operator strategy with its MRO growth ambitions. Malta continues to attract aviation businesses seeking an EU base for commercial and maintenance activity, making the jurisdiction a natural option for operators looking to broaden their reach.