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| Founded | November 4, 1993 | ||||||
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| Ceased operations | 2013 (integrated into Trans Maldivian Airways) | ||||||
| Hubs | Ibrahim Nasir International Airport | ||||||
| Fleet size | 20 | ||||||
| Destinations | 52 | ||||||
| Headquarters | Malé | ||||||
| Key people | Lars Erik Nielsen (Founder and Chairman of the Board) | ||||||
| Website | http://www.maldivianairtaxi.com | ||||||
Maldivian Air Taxi (MAT) was a domestic carrier in the Maldives and was one of the largest seaplane operators in the world, operating over 500 flights a week during the peak tourist season. Beginning in November 1993 with two aircraft, MAT grew in direct response to the opening of newly developed resorts that require seaplane transport services for their guests.
In 2013, The Blackstone Group, an American equity fund, announced that they were acquiring both MAT and rival company Trans Maldivian Airways (TMA).[1] A merger was brought underway and a new company was founded, retaining the Trans Maldivian Airways name, and the colours of MAT. TMA now operates 44 De Havilland Canada DHC-6 Twin Otters, including three brand new 400 series.
- ^ "Blackstone Press Release". Blackstone Announces Acquisition of a Majority Stake in Maldivian Air Taxi and Trans Maldivian Airways.