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Air Forceยท ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ถ Equatorial Guinea

Equatorial Guinea Air Force

The Equatorial Guinea Air Force operates 26 military aircraft in 2026 โ€” 4 combat aircraft (fighter and attack jets), 13 helicopters, 7 transport aircraft, 3 trainers. It ranks #106 of 162 air forces worldwide.

Active aircraft
262026
Combat
4
Helicopters
13
AIRS Index (Air Inventory Rating of Strength)
3.5/ 100
Global rank: #106 / 162
The score reflects a fleet of 4 combat aircraft, 13 helicopters and 7 transports out of 27 active airframes, weighted by combat effectiveness.
How this score is calculated
Fleet Composition โ€” 2026
  • Helicopter 12
  • Transport 7
  • Combat 4
  • Training 3
Fleet Evolution
2020 โ€” 16 16 2020 2021 โ€” 16 16 2021 2022 โ€” 18 18 2022 2023 โ€” 20 20 2023 2024 โ€” 17 17 2024 2025 โ€” 20 20 2025 2026 โ€” 27 27 2026
Origin of Aircraft
Most Used Aircraft
Mi-24 Hind profile drawing Mi-24 Hind Helicopter ยท 7 active Su-25 Frogfoot profile drawing Su-25 Frogfoot Combat ยท 4 active L-39 Albatros profile drawing L-39 Albatros Training ยท 2 active An-72/74 Coaler profile drawing An-72/74 Coaler Transport ยท 2 active Let L-410 profile drawing Let L-410 Transport ยท 2 active Z-9 Haitun profile drawing Z-9 Haitun Helicopter ยท 1 active
Recent air force events Updated daily
  1. JUN 192026 Z-9 Crash Crashed into a mountain range between Niefang and Evinayong; all four on board killed.

Full inventory in 2026

14 aircraft types

Equatorial Guinea Air Force

Aircraft Origin Model year Active ฮ” YoY Ordered
Combat
Su-25 ๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ Ex-USSR 1981 4 +2 โ€”
Helicopter
Mi-24 ๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ Ex-USSR 1972 7 โ€” โ€”
Z-9 ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ China 1994 1 -1 โ€”
Ka-29 ๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ Ex-USSR 1982 1 โ€” โ€”
Mi-26 ๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ Ex-USSR 1983 1 โ€” โ€”
Mi-17 ๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ Ex-USSR 1977 1 +1 โ€”
Bell 206 ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ United States 1967 1 โ€” โ€”
Transport
An-72 ๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ Ex-USSR 1985 2 +2 โ€”
L-410 ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Czechia 1970 2 โ€” โ€”
Il-76 ๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ Ex-USSR 1974 1 โ€” โ€”
An-12 ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukraine 1959 1 +1 โ€”
An-32 ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukraine 1982 1 โ€” โ€”
Training
L-39 ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Czechia 1972 2 โ€” โ€”
Enstrom 480 ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ United States 1993 1 +1 โ€”
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Overview

The Equatorial Guinea Air Force is the aerial warfare branch of the Armed Forces of Equatorial Guinea. It was established in 1979, following the country's independence from Spain. The air force primarily focuses on securing the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Equatorial Guinea. Its inventory consists of various aircraft types, including transport planes, helicopters, and training aircraft. Notable aircraft in service include the CASA C-212 Aviocar, AS532 Cougar, and Alouette III helicopters. The air force also operates a small fleet of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for reconnaissance purposes. Equatorial Guinea Air Force personnel undergo training both domestically and abroad to develop their capabilities. The primary roles of the air force include reconnaissance, transportation, surveillance, and logistical support. The air force also plays a crucial role in disaster relief operations within the country. While the size and operational capacity of the Equatorial Guinea Air Force are relatively modest, it continues to fulfill its responsibilities to safeguard national security and support the country's development.

Various public data, including Wikipedia (CC BY-SA), Flightglobal.com and official government websites. Last updated on 25 July 2026. Suggest a change

Frequently Asked Questions

How many aircraft does Equatorial Guinea have?
Equatorial Guinea Air Force operates 26 active military aircraft as of the current year. Additionally, 0 aircraft are currently on order.
How does Equatorial Guinea's air force rank globally?
Equatorial Guinea Air Force ranks #106 out of 162 air forces worldwide based on the AIRS Index (Air Inventory Rating of Strength), which measures overall air power capability considering fleet size and combat effectiveness.
How many combat aircraft does Equatorial Guinea operate?
Equatorial Guinea operates 4 combat aircraft, including fighters, multirole jets, and attack aircraft. These form the core of its offensive and defensive air capabilities.
How many military helicopters does Equatorial Guinea have?
Equatorial Guinea Air Force operates 13 military helicopters, including attack, transport, and utility rotorcraft used for various combat and support missions.
What is the AIRS Index score of Equatorial Guinea?
Equatorial Guinea has an AIRS Index (Air Inventory Rating of Strength) score of 3.5 out of 100. This composite score measures overall air power capability, with strategic bombers weighted highest due to their nuclear strike potential, followed by combat aircraft, helicopters, and transport planes.
Where does Equatorial Guinea get its military aircraft from?
Equatorial Guinea sources its military aircraft primarily from Ex-USSR, Czechia, and United States. The fleet composition reflects both domestic production capabilities and international defense partnerships.
Compare this Air Force
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Latest Data Updates
  1. JUL 252026 Updated Fleet event recorded: Crashed into a mountain range between Niefang and Evinayong; all four on board killed.
  2. MAR 142026 Updated 14 aircraft types added