Malawian Air Force
Key facts
Official Name | Malawian Air Force |
Local Name | Air Wing of the Malawi Defence Force |
Country | 🇲🇼 Malawi |
World rank | #135 |
Active aircrafts | 10 as of 2025 |
Aircrafts on order | 0 |
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Overview
The Malawi Air Force (MAF) is the air warfare branch of the Malawian Defense Force. It was established in 1976 and is responsible for carrying out air operations in support of national defense strategies. The MAF's fleet consists of various aircraft, including transport planes and helicopters, primarily used for logistics, air transport, and search and rescue operations. The force has also deployed aerial assets for humanitarian and peacekeeping missions. The MAF has worked on improving its capabilities through training programs and international cooperation agreements. It has collaborated with other regional air forces and undergone joint exercises to enhance its operational readiness. The MAF has a small number of aircraft and limited resources, and its main focus is on defending national airspace, supporting ground forces, and contributing to regional security efforts.
Evolution of Malawian Air Force fleet
Aircrafts by type in 2025
Aircraft type | Active | |
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7 | |
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3 |
Full inventory in 2025
Malawi Defence Force Air Wing
Aircraft Type | Model | Origin Country | Model Year | Active | 𝚫 YoY | Ordered | |
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H125M/AS350/550 | 🇫🇷 | 1990 | 2 | 0 |
0 |
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SA330 | 🇩🇪 🇫🇷 | 1978 | 2 | 0 |
0 |
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SA341 | 🇫🇷 | 1971 | 2 | 0 |
0 |
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AS355 | 🇫🇷 | 1990 | 1 | 0 |
0 |
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Dornier 228 | 🇩🇪 | 1982 | 2 | -1 |
0 |
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MA600 | 🇨🇳 | 1969 | 1 | 0 |
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