Panamanian National Aeronaval Service
Key facts
Official Name | Panamanian National Aeronaval Service |
Local Name | Fuerza Aรฉrea Panameรฑa |
Country | ๐ต๐ฆ Panama |
World rank | #98 |
Active aircrafts | 38 as of 2025 |
Aircrafts on order | 0 |
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Overview
The Panama Air Force, officially known as the Fuerza Aรฉrea Panameรฑa (FAP), is the aerial warfare branch of the Panamanian National Guard. It was established on October 31, 1947, and has been primarily focused on the defense and security of Panama's airspace throughout its history. The FAP operates a modest fleet of aircraft, including transports, helicopters, and light attack planes. The force has also been involved in humanitarian aid missions, disaster relief operations, and search and rescue efforts both domestically and internationally. Furthermore, the FAP has participated in joint military exercises with neighboring countries and has cooperated with international organizations in support of regional peacekeeping and security initiatives. The Panamanian Air Force has undergone some modernization efforts over the years, acquiring newer aircraft and improving its training and operational capabilities. Overall, the FAP maintains a defensive posture and strives to protect Panama's sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Origin countries of aircrafts
Country | Active Aircraft | |
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๐บ๐ธ United States | 26 | |
๐ฌ๐ง United Kingdom | 7 | |
๐ฎ๐น Italy | 7 | |
๐ช๐ธ Spain | 3 | |
๐จ๐ฆ Canada | 2 |
Evolution of Panamanian Air Force fleet
Aircrafts by type in 2025
Aircraft type | Active | |
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23 | |
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3 | |
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3 | |
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1 |
Full inventory in 2025
Aeronaval service of Panama
Aircraft Type | Model | Origin Country | Model Year | Active | ๐ซ YoY | Ordered | |
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Cessna 208 | ๐บ๐ธ | 1984 | 3 | +3 |
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Bell 212/412 | ๐บ๐ธ | 1959 | 7 | +7 |
0 |
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AW139 | ๐ฌ๐ง ๐ฎ๐น | 2003 | 6 | +6 |
0 |
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UH-1H | ๐บ๐ธ | 1959 | 6 | +6 |
0 |
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AW109 | ๐ฌ๐ง ๐ฎ๐น | 1976 | 1 | +1 |
0 |
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Bell 205 | ๐บ๐ธ | 1959 | 1 | +1 |
0 |
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Bell 407 | ๐บ๐ธ | 1967 | 1 | +1 |
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MD500 | ๐บ๐ธ | 1967 | 1 | +1 |
0 |
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C212 | ๐ช๐ธ | 1974 | 3 | +3 |
0 |
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DHC-6 | ๐จ๐ฆ | 1966 | 2 | +2 |
0 |
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PA-31 | ๐บ๐ธ | 1967 | 2 | +2 |
0 |
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PA-34 | ๐บ๐ธ | 1971 | 1 | +1 |
0 |
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Beechcraft Baron | ๐บ๐ธ | 1961 | 1 | +1 |
0 |
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King Air 250/350 | ๐บ๐ธ | 1964 | 2 | +2 |
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King Air 100 | ๐บ๐ธ | 1964 | 1 | +1 |
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