Honduran Air Force

Key facts

Official Name	Honduran Air Force
Local Name	Fuerza Aérea Hondureña
Country	🇭🇳 Honduras
World rank	#100
Active aircraft	12 as of 2026
Aircraft on order	0
Roundel

Compare this Air Force

🇭🇳 Honduras vs

Global Air Force Index

4.4

Global Rank: #100 / 161

The Global Air Force Index measures the Honduran Air Force's overall air power capability on a 0-100 scale, based on fleet composition and combat effectiveness.

💥 Strategic Bombers	0	Nuclear-capable strike aircraft (highest weight)
✈️ Combat Aircraft	11	Fighters, multirole & attack aircraft
🚁 Helicopters	0	Attack, transport & utility rotorcraft
🛫 Transport	0	Strategic & tactical airlift
📊 Total Active	12	All aircraft types

Methodology: Square root scaled index weighted by aircraft combat capability. Strategic bombers score highest due to nuclear strike capability.

Aircraft by type in 2026

Aircraft type	Active
Combat	11
Special	1

Origin countries of aircraft

Country	Active Aircraft
🇺🇸 United States	12

Evolution of Honduran Air Force fleet

Overview

The Honduras Air Force, officially known as the Fuerza Aérea Hondureña (FAH), was established on April 14, 1931. Its primary objective is air defense and surveillance of national airspace. The FAH operates under the command of the Ministry of Defense and is responsible for safeguarding the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Honduras. The air force comprises various units, including combat, transport, reconnaissance, and training squadrons. Its aircraft inventory consists of aging but operational platforms, such as the A-37B Dragonfly, UH-1H Huey II helicopters, and Cessna 206 and 337 aircraft. The FAH often engages in joint military exercises with partner nations to enhance its capabilities and foster international cooperation. While limited in resources and faced with budgetary constraints, the Honduras Air Force has maintained a readiness posture to respond to internal and external threats, such as drug trafficking organizations and natural disasters.

Full inventory in 2026

Honduran Air Force

Aircraft Type	Model	Origin Country	Model Year	Active	𝚫 YoY
Combat	A-37	🇺🇸	1967	7	-2
Combat	F-5E	🇺🇸	1976	4	0
Special	King Air 200	🇺🇸	1964	1	0

Frequently Asked Questions

How many aircraft does Honduras have?

Honduras Air Force operates 12 active military aircraft as of the current year. Additionally, 0 aircraft are currently on order.

How does Honduras's air force rank globally?

Honduras Air Force ranks #100 out of 161 air forces worldwide based on the Global Air Force Index, which measures overall air power capability considering fleet size and combat effectiveness.

How many combat aircraft does Honduras operate?

Honduras operates 11 combat aircraft, including fighters, multirole jets, and attack aircraft. These form the core of its offensive and defensive air capabilities.

What is the Air Force Index of Honduras?

Honduras has an Air Force Index score of 4.4 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 Honduras get its military aircraft from?

Honduras sources its military aircraft primarily from United States. The fleet composition reflects both domestic production capabilities and international defense partnerships.

Various public data, including Wikipedia, Flightglobal.com, SIPRI Arms Transfer and official government websites.
Last updated on 1 January 2025. Suggest a change