Pilot scheme for MIL 145 (JAR 145 Equiv, EASA etc) has been kicking around as far back as 2003.
http://www.mod.uk/DefenceInternet/Ab...SchemeMaos.htm
- Organizations involved in the maintenance of military registered aircraft or components intended to be fitted to military registered aircraft shall be approved in accordance with the provisions of Mil Part 145.
- Organizations carrying out airworthiness management tasks shall be approved in accordance with the provisions of Mil Part M (sub Part G).
- Organizations involved in the training of certifying staff shall be approved in accordance with Mil Part 147.
Rumour is that item 2 above is causing the problem