Air Forces comparison: Maldives vs Mauritius

Maldives operates 4 active military aircraft; Mauritius has no recorded inventory. The breakdown includes 2 vs 0 helicopters, 2 vs 0 transport aircraft (Maldives vs Mauritius). The Maldives air force is officially the Coast Guard Aviation Squadron.

Coast Guard Aviation Squadron 🇲🇻

Official Name Coast Guard Aviation Squadron
Local Name Maldives National Defence Force Air Wing
Active aircraft 4 as of 2026
Aircraft on order0
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Mauritian Air Force 🇲🇺

Official Name Mauritian Air Force
Active aircraft 0
Aircraft on order0
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Roundel of Mauritius air force

Maldivian aircraft by type

Aircraft type Active
Combat Combat 0
Bomber Bomber 0
Helicopter Helicopter 2
Training Training 0
Transport Transport 2
Other Other 0

Mauritian aircraft by type

Aircraft type Active
Combat Combat 0
Bomber Bomber 0
Helicopter Helicopter 0
Training Training 0
Transport Transport 0
Other Other 0

Evolution of Maldivian Air Force fleet

Evolution of Mauritian Air Force fleet

None

Aircraft Types Radar Comparison

Frequently Asked Questions

Which country has more military aircraft, Maldives or Mauritius?
Maldives has more military aircraft with 4 active aircraft compared to Mauritius's 0, a difference of 4 aircraft.
Which country has more military helicopters, Maldives or Mauritius?
Maldives operates more military helicopters with 2 compared to Mauritius's 0.
Which air force has more transport aircraft, Maldives or Mauritius?
Maldives has more transport aircraft with 2 compared to Mauritius's 0.