The Djiboutian Air Force (DAF) (French: Force Aérienne du Djibouti (FAdD)) is the Air Force of Djibouti. It was established as part of the Djibouti Armed Forces after the country obtained its independence on June 27th, 1977. The first aircraft included three Nord N.2501 Noratlas transport aircraft, as well as a French Allouette II helicopter. The Djibouti Air Force is mandated with protecting Djibouti's airspace, and in assisting ground forces.
Aircraft Inventory[]
Transport Aircraft[]
Antonov An-24 x 1 (Transport)
Let L-410 Turbolet x 1 (Transport)
Short C-23 Sherpa x 2 (Transport)
Wichita AF C208 x 1 (Utility Transport)
Helicopters[]
- Eurocopter AS355 Ecureuil II x 1 (Utility Helicopter)
- Mil Mi-17 x 2 (Transport Helicopter)
- Mil Mi-35 x 2 (Attack Helicopter)
