# Moldovan civil aviation regulatory concerns

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/moldovan-civil-aviation-regulatory-concerns
> Updated: 2026-08-26T02:30:05.000Z. Sources: 15. Developments: 2.

Aviation expert Alexei Rogov, a former director of Moldaeroservice and ICAO observer, has warned that political interference within Moldova’s civil aviation sector is creating systemic risks for flight safety and industry growth. 

Rogov claims that appointing unqualified personnel to regulatory and inspection roles has compromised technical standards. He suggested that political motives may be influencing attempts to shut down specific carriers, such as FlyOne, drawing parallels to the prior closure of Air Moldova. 

According to Rogov, failing to meet EASA and ICAO regulations could lead to Moldova being placed on international blacklists, which would prevent Moldovan airlines from accessing European airspace and hinder national aeronautical infrastructure development. He has called for the depoliticization of the Civil Aviation Authority and the creation of a national aviation council to involve industry professionals in decision-making.

## Claims

- Political interference and the removal of industry specialists threaten the safety and development of civil aviation in Moldova. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The current situation regarding the airline FlyOne risks placing Moldova on the EU and ICAO blacklists. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Airlines in Moldova have been targeted for closure based on political party interests. (single source)
- Being blacklisted could lead to the prohibition of Moldovan airlines operating within European airspace. (single source)

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### 2026-08-25: Moldova aviation expert warns of political interference and ICAO blacklist risk

Aviation expert Alexei Rogov warns that political interference in Moldova's civil aviation sector risks blacklisting the country by the EU and ICAO, potentially banning local airlines from European airspace.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/moldova-aviation-expert-warns-of-political-interference-and-icao-blacklist-risk

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