Dominican Air Force

The Dominican Republic Air Force (Fuerza AĆ©rea de RepĆŗblica Dominicana) is the aerial warfare branch of the Armed Forces of the Dominican Republic. It was officially established on February 25, 1948, following the country's decision to develop its own air defense capabilities. The Air Force primarily focuses on the national security and sovereignty of the Dominican Republic. Its mission includes providing air support to ground forces, conducting surveillance and reconnaissance missions, and safeguarding the country's airspace. The Dominican Republic Air Force operates a range of aircraft, including the Embraer EMB-314 Super Tucano, Bell 206 JetRanger and Mi-17 helicopters, and Cessna aircraft for training and patrol purposes. The Air Force's main base is located at San Isidro Air Base, which serves as the hub for its operations and training activities. The Dominican Republic Air Force maintains a strong partnership with other regional and international air forces, participating in joint exercises and maintaining collaborations for training and knowledge sharing.

Key facts

Official Name Dominican Air Force
Local Name Fuerza AĆ©rea de RepĆŗblica Dominicana
CountryšŸ‡©šŸ‡“ Dominican Republic
World rank#87
Active aircrafts63 (as of 2024)
Aircrafts on order0
Roundel

Roundel of Dominican Republic air force

Number of active aircrafts by type

Aircraft type Active
Helicopters 32
Transport 12
Training 10
Combat aircrafts 8
Special missions 1

Aircrafts most used by Dominican air forces

Aircraft Active Type
206 JetRanger 20
American light helicopter, well known for civilian, military, emergency medical services, and offshore oil support roles since the 1960s.
UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" 11
American utility helicopter, essential in the Vietnam War, extensively employed for medevac, transport, and combat operations.
EMB 312 Tucano 8
Brazilian military trainer aircraft, utilized heavily in the 1980s, known for participation in the Iranā€“Iraq war.
R22 4
American light, multi-purpose helicopter, widely used for flight training, livestock mustering, and patrol from the late 20th century.
C-212 Aviocar 3
Spanish light transport plane, renowned for its versatility, extensively used for surveillance, rescue, and paratrooping missions since the 1970s.
500 2
American light business aircraft, mainly used in civil and military flight training, widely deployed in the mid-20th century.
PA-31 Navajo 2
American light, twin-engined aircraft, used extensively for air taxi, flight training, and personal use during the late 20th century.
R44 Raven 2
American light, four-seat helicopter, extensively used worldwide for civilian operations, military training, and police usage since the 1990s.
S330 / S333 2
Indian light utility helicopter, manufactured in the early 21st century, engaged in civil, training, and surveillance operations.
T-35 Pillan 2
Chilean trainer aircraft, popular in the late 20th century, extensively utilized for military pilot training worldwide.

Full inventory in 2024

Dominican Republic Air Force

Aircraft Type Model Active Ordered
Combat aircrafts EMB-314
Helicopters OH-58
UH-1H
Bell 430
Special missions P2006T (MPA)
Training R22
R44
Schweizer 333
T-35
Transport C212
Turbo/Twin Commander
PA-31
Beechcraft Baron
Cessna 208
Cessna 404
Citation I
PA-34