Belize Defence Force Air Wing

Belize Defence Force Air Wing
Air Wing Belize Defence Force Crest
Founded1983; 41 years ago (1983)
Country Belize
TypeAir force
RoleAerial warfare
Part ofBelize Defence Force
HeadquartersPhilip S. W. Goldson International Airport, Ladyville
Motto(s)Latin: Arborem Supervigemus
Insignia
Aircraft marking

The Belize Defence Force Air Wing is the aviation branch of the Belize Defence Force. Formed in 1983, it is based at the Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport in Ladyville. The main tasks of the Air Wing are Reconnaissance, SAR, CASEVAC, aerial resupply and troop transport. Furthermore, they assist the police in drug interdiction and anti-smuggling operations, and can be called upon by the Maritime Wing.