Royal Brunei Air Force

The Brunei Air Force, known as the Tentera Udara Diraja Brunei (TUDM), is the aerial warfare branch of the Royal Brunei Armed Forces. Established on 31 May 1965, it operates under the Ministry of Defence and serves to defend Brunei's airspace and protect the country's sovereignty. The air force is equipped with a fleet of aircraft, including fixed-wing planes and helicopters, to conduct various missions such as reconnaissance, surveillance, transport, and search and rescue. Notably, the TUDM operates a mix of platforms, including the Pilatus PC-7 training aircraft, Pilatus PC-9M advanced trainers, Bell 212 and Sikorsky S-70A Black Hawk helicopters. In recent years, Brunei has sought to modernize its air force capabilities through foreign acquisitions, including the purchase of new aircraft such as the Airbus H125M helicopters and CASA C-295 transport planes. The TUDM remains committed to maintaining operational readiness and enhancing its capabilities to protect Brunei's airspace and contribute to regional security.