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Star East Airlines operates under the regulatory framework of the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) due to its registration in Romania. The airline is an active operator specializing in charter and ACMI services.

• Recent safety record and any notable incidents: Star East Airlines has had at least one publicly reported air safety incident. In August 2021, an Airbus A320-200 (registration YR-SEA) performing a positioning flight near Kabul experienced an engine shutdown in flight. There is no public record of fatal accidents involving Star East Airlines (ICAO: SRR/SEK).
• Regulatory certifications: Star East Airlines's Continuing Airworthiness Management Organization (CAMO) and Approved Maintenance Organization (AMO) services are fully certified and compliant with EU Regulation 1321/2014. This indicates adherence to European standards for aircraft maintenance and airworthiness management. However, the airline is explicitly not IOSA certified. The IOSA (IATA Operational Safety Audit) is a globally recognized safety standard, and the absence of this certification means it does not meet this specific international operational safety benchmark. There is no information regarding FAA compliance or its status on the EU Air Safety List (blacklist).
• Fleet age and maintenance reputation: The airline operates an older fleet with an average age of 32.5 years as of April 2025. Despite the older aircraft, Star East Airlines provides its own certified maintenance services, including line maintenance, non-destructive testing (NDT), and aircraft modifications, all in full compliance with EASA requirements. This suggests that the airline maintains its aircraft according to strict European regulations.
• Overall safety assessment based on available data: Star East Airlines maintains its aircraft in accordance with stringent EU regulations for maintenance and airworthiness, as evidenced by its certified CAMO and AMO services. While the fleet is older, it undergoes regular maintenance and modification oversight. The reported engine shutdown incident in 2021 is a notable event in its safety record. The absence of IOSA certification, while not necessarily indicating poor safety, means it does not meet this specific international voluntary safety audit standard. Overall, the available data points to regulatory compliance within the EU framework for its operational and maintenance activities.
• Any safety awards or recognitions: No specific safety awards or recognitions for Star East Airlines were identified in the research.