Air Forces comparison: 
Argentina vs 
Ecuador
Argentina's air force fields 252 active aircraft — 2.4:1 Ecuador's 103.
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Key figures as of 2026
| Argentina | Ecuador | Ratio | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official name | Argentine Air Force | Ecuadorian Air Force | |
| Active aircraft | 252 | 103 | 🇦🇷 2.4× |
| Aircraft on order | 26 | 14 | 🇦🇷 1.9× |
| Combat aircraft | 12 | 17 | 🇪🇨 1.4× |
| Combat share of fleet | 4.8 % | 16.5 % | 🇪🇨 3.5× |
| Aircraft types in service | 35 | 25 | 🇦🇷 1.4× |
| Main supplier | United States · 67 % | United States · 26 % |
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| Helicopters | 109 | 44 | 🇦🇷 2.5× |
| Transport aircraft | 29 | 22 | 🇦🇷 1.3× |
| Special-mission aircraft | 21 | 9 | 🇦🇷 2.3× |
| Trainers | 80 | 11 | 🇦🇷 7.3× |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has more military aircraft, Argentina or Ecuador?
Argentina has more military aircraft with 252 active aircraft compared to Ecuador's 103, a difference of 149 aircraft.
Which air force has more combat aircraft, Argentina or Ecuador?
Ecuador has more combat aircraft with 17 fighters and attack aircraft compared to Argentina's 12.
Which country has more military helicopters, Argentina or Ecuador?
Argentina operates more military helicopters with 109 compared to Ecuador's 44.
Which air force has more transport aircraft, Argentina or Ecuador?
Argentina has more transport aircraft with 29 compared to Ecuador's 22.
How do the Argentina and Ecuador air forces compare in size?
Argentina's air force is 2.4 times larger than Ecuador's in terms of total active aircraft (252 vs 103).
Which country has more aircraft on order, Argentina or Ecuador?
Argentina has 26 aircraft on order compared to Ecuador's 14.