ESAO was formed in April 2018 and is headquartered in Sliema, Malta. They operate Diamond DA42 and DA62 aircraft for Europe's Frontex program using ICAO code "EKT". The company is probably a subsidiary of DEA Aviation Ltd (UK), along with DEA Specialised Airborne Operations. This particular aircraft is ex G-DMPP, which was formerly operated by DEA Specialised Airborne Operations.