Sudanese Air Force
The Sudan Air Force, officially established on 1 July 1956, is the aerial warfare branch of the Sudanese Armed Forces. Initially composed of a small fleet of vintage aircraft, it has since expanded and diversified its capabilities. During the first Sudanese civil war, which began shortly after independence, the air force played a crucial role by providing close air support to ground forces. Over the years, the Sudan Air Force has undergone several reorganizations and upgrades to improve its operational efficiency and combat readiness. Its fleet consists of various aircraft types, including fighter jets, trainer aircraft, transport planes, and helicopters. The air force has also invested in air defense systems to safeguard Sudanese airspace. Apart from national defense duties, the Sudan Air Force has participated in peacekeeping missions with the United Nations, showcasing its commitment to regional stability. Training and cooperation agreements with friendly nations have contributed to the ongoing professional development of its personnel, ensuring that the Sudan Air Force remains an operational military force in the region.
Key facts
| Official Name | Sudanese Air Force |
| Local Name | Ψ§ΩΩΩΨ§Ψͺ Ψ§ΩΨ¬ΩΩΨ© Ψ§ΩΨ³ΩΨ―Ψ§ΩΩΨ© (Al Quwwat al Jawwiya as-Sudaniya) |
| Country | πΈπ© Sudan |
| World rank | #53 over 160 |
| Active aircrafts | 165 as of 2025 |
| Aircrafts on order | 0 |
| Roundel |
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Origin countries of aircrafts
Evolution of Sudanese Air Force fleet
Aircrafts by type in 2025
| Aircraft type | Active | |
|---|---|---|
Combat
|
82 | |
Helicopter
|
64 | |
Transport
|
13 | |
Training
|
6 | |
Full inventory in 2025
Sudan Air Force
| Aircraft Type | Model | Origin Country | Model Year | Active | π« YoY | Ordered | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Combat |
A-5 | πΊπΈ | 1961 | 20 | 0 |
0 |
|
| Combat |
F-7 | π¨π³ | 1966 | 12 | -8 |
0 |
|
| Combat |
Su-25 | π¨π³ | 1981 | 12 | 0 |
0 |
|
| Combat |
MiG-29 | π¨π³ | 2009 | 11 | 0 |
0 |
|
| Combat |
F-6 | π¨π³ | 1955 | 8 | 0 |
0 |
|
| Combat |
Su-24 | π¨π³ | 1973 | 7 | +4 |
0 |
|
| Combat |
K-8 | π¨π³ π΅π° | 1994 | 5 | 0 |
0 |
|
| Combat |
MiG-21 | π¨π³ | 1958 | 4 | 0 |
0 |
|
| Combat |
MiG-23 | π¨π³ | 1970 | 3 | 0 |
0 |
|
| Helicopter |
Mi-24/35 | π¨π³ | 1972 | 35 | 0 |
0 |
|
| Helicopter |
Mi-8/17/171 | π¨π³ | 1967 | 24 | 0 |
0 |
|
| Helicopter |
Bell 212 | πΊπΈ | 1959 | 3 | 0 |
0 |
|
| Helicopter |
Bell 205 | πΊπΈ | 1959 | 2 | 0 |
0 |
|
| Transport |
An-12 | πΊπ¦ | 1959 | 5 | 0 |
0 |
|
| Transport |
An-30/32 | πΊπ¦ | 1968 | 4 | 0 |
0 |
|
| Transport |
An-26 | π¨π³ | 1969 | 2 | 0 |
0 |
|
| Transport |
C-130H | πΊπΈ | 1956 | 1 | 0 |
0 |
|
| Transport |
DHC-5 | π¨π¦ | 1965 | 1 | 0 |
0 |
|
| Training |
FTC-2000 | π¨π³ | 2013 | 6 | 0 |
0 |
Sources: various open source data, including Wikipedia, Flightglobal.com, SIPRI Arms Transfer and official government websites.