DC Aviation Malta will be at EBACE

DC Aviation Ltd. Malta is the only dedicated business aviation handling company in Malta. We provide the best service available on the island, from limousine service waiting on the ramp to passenger lounges and crew facilities. Like Malta International Airport we are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Whether Malta is one's end destination, or simply a fuel or technical stop, our passion for quality guarantees our customers expedient transit through customs and immigration, quick turnarounds and any other services that one may require, such as crew or passenger transfers, discounted hotel reservations, in-flight catering and aircraft refuelling. Our customer oriented staff look forward to welcome your aircraft, crew and passengers at Malta International Airport. Meet us at EBACE on Stand 2039 between the 17th and 19th May 2011 to find out what we can do for you and make your visit in Malta a high quality experience.

Towards Greener Aviation

Although Malta is not the first country that comes to mind when speaking of business aviation in Europe, in the latest statistics published by the EBAA, Malta was the only airport in Europe which registered a growth in business aviation activity. Whilst granted the activity in Malta is still miniscule when compared to other European airports, one has to admit that a growth is a growth and in the current economic climate this is no mean feat. This is no accident, the Maltese government by a number of economic measures has managed to create an environment whereby high net worth individuals and industries have set base in Malta, increasing the country’s economic growth and as a direct result the number of movements of business jets to the island. Although a Malta is a small economy, it has so far not experienced the economic downturn in the same way as mainland Europe. DC Aviation had seen potential in Malta back in 2007 and in 2008 had established an office in Malta offering business jet handling and serving also as a regional sales office for its fleet of in excess of 35 business jets. DC Aviation’s faith has been rewarded as when the world started experiencing the economic downturn in Malta in October 2008 we handled the most business jets ever on the island. DC Aviation wants to actively contribute to the local community in Malt and as such last Sunday, 8th March 2009, officially launced in Malta an innovative campaign together with the Birkirkara Local Council on the official visit of His Excellency the President of Malta Dr. Edward Fenech Adami. An initiative which should improve the local environment and lead by example by contributing positively to the evironment. DC Aviation donated a number of trees, which were planted by His Excellency The President of Malta and the Managing Director of DC Aviation Ltd. Stanley Bugeja, at the Garden Beatu Nazju Falzon. ‘Towards Greener Aviation’ is the name of chosen by DC Aviation whereby a tree would be planted in the local council of Birkirkara for every business jet we handle in Malta.

DC Aviation Ltd. - Launches new website

DC Aviation Ltd, the Maltese FBO in Malta has recently launched its website. http://www.dc-aviation.com.mt/. As the only dedicated business aviation company in Malta, DC Aviation is also the only FBO which provides a limo services on the ramp. DC Aviation allows gives its customer the option to book aircraft handling at Malta International Airport online through its website. We are informed that this was phase one of the website, and we are expect much revamped website as early as the first quarter of 2009.

First Business Jet Manufacturer Visits Malta

April, 4th July 2008, Malta International Airport. Malta is fast gaining ground in the business aviation scene. Late in 2007, the first JAR-OPS AOC was issued for a company which will operate a Lear 60XR in Moscow. Last Friday, we experienced another first in this niche industry. Embraer, a Brasilian aircraft manufacturer, through the Executive Aircraft arm, landed in Malta with a Legacy 600. In collaboration with Sierra Aviation the aircraft was shown to a number of businessmen residing in Malta, both local and foreign. Christophe Fantapie, regional sales director for Embraer Executive Jets, stated that he definitely sees Malta's potential as very competitive institution where one could register, operate or manage a business jet. In view of Malta's now world renowned yacth register and Malta's maritime history, Embraer also sees the potential to showcase its executive aircraft. The existing Legacy 600, shortly the lighter Phenom 300 and Phenom 100 which will be released to service this year and next respectivley, Embraer offers high end business jets at very competitive prices, also banking on its experience as an aircraft constructor. Embraer boasts of a 99.98% dispatch reliability on its Legacy 600. A record which is second to none. Although Embraer, is expected to launch small mid size jet at EBACE in Geneva this year, once Embraer has demo aircraft of available in Europe for either of its Phenom line, Malta is sure to be on the agenda.

Malta, Fiscal Incentives, Business Aviation and Embraer

Malta a country with a population of just under 400,000, with one of the lowest GDP's in Europe surely cannot be a huge market for business jet aircraft? Here is the surprising part, Malta joined the EU in 2004 and the Eurozone in January 2008, and in the last weekend of March it has become also a Schengen Country. I here you say, "So?". Malta has a unique tax infrastructure approved by the EU whereby, anyone could take tax residence at very interesting fiscal incentives not only for individuals but also for organisations. A foreign individual who takes tax residence in Malta, is taxed at 15% on the income brought into Malta, whilst 0rganisatons who set up a real office in Malta, although still attract a corporate tax of 35%, the foreign shareholders are refunded 30% of the tax within 20 days. Malta is the first EU country to licence online gaming companies and has one of Europe's largest Super Yacth registry. Combine all of that with a legal framewaork based on British and European laws, English is not a second language but an official legal language together with Maltese, and the let's not forget the 300 days of sunshine all year round, Malta has seen a huge influx of high net worth individuals, organisations and foreign investment. Sierra Aviation, had forseen this potential back in 2002, and became the first company and is still todate the only company which is dedicated to business aviation. As the number of these individuals and organisations grow, and as Malta's profile through its EU connection continues to come to the forefront the more such people will travel to the island of Malta and call it home. Embraer is the first manufacturer to recognise this and will on the 4th April demo its flagship aircraft the Legacy 600 at Malta International airport. If you happen to be in Malta and are in the market for a new business jet contact Sierra Aviation for an appointment.

Business Jet Handling in Malta (LMML)

As the business community discovers Malta, not only as a country of sun, sand and fun, but also as a small european country with sound financial and advantageous fiscal infrastructures, we will continue to experience an increase in business jets landing at Malta's only international airport (LMML).

As an ex-British colony Malta is no surprise to the savvy British business man. Maltese are hard working and english is one our two national languages. Therefore it is no surprise the the first business jets landing at Malta International airport were from the UK. Businessmen, investing in the Maltese bouyant property market, enjoying the sailing boats berthed at one of the many marinas on the island or even setting up their own business using the Maltese infrastructure.

Malta (LMML or MLA) is not yet on par with other major European cities, such as the London airports, Swiss and French airports, but business and general aviation traffic has since 2002, (when Sierra Aviation was formed) always been on the increase.

Since our inception at Sierra Aviation, we had identified business aviation as a niche market where we could offer our services to these area of aviation which had until then been ignored. Without having our own FBO, we probably handle the majority of business jets coming to Malta. We have built a reputation over the years guaranteeing efficiency, security and service. We are the only handler who offer limo service next to the aircraft, payment of services right in the cockpit. In recent years although aircraft have longer ranges, we have seen an increase in operators choosing Malta LMML for a technical or fuel stop, because of the quick turn arounds possible. One must also say that Malta International Airport is open 24 hours, and Jet A1 in Malta is amongst the cheapest in Europe.

So whether you are passing through Malta for business or pleasure, whether you are an aircraft owner, an operator or a broker, don't take my word for it and next time round request Sierra Aviation's handling. For information on how to book your handling, visit our website, http://www.sierra-aviation.com/. You can even book online.

Business Aviation from Malta

1. Malta: Not just an island in sun
2. Business Jet Handling in Malta (LMML)
3. Managing and Operating a Business Jet on the Maltese Register - Part 1
4. Managing and Operating a Business Jet on the Maltese Register - Part 2
5. Managing and Operating a Business Jet on the Maltese Register - Part 3
6. Managing and Operating a Business Jet on the Maltese Register - Part 4
7. Embraer Legacy will be visting Malta
8. Embraer Demos Legacy 600 in Malta
9. Malta, Fiscal Incentives, Business Aviation and Embraer
10. History of Maltese Business Aviation
11. Tax Implications in Biz Aviation
12. EBACE 20 - 22 May Geneva, Switzerland