Air Forces comparison: American Samoa vs Papua New Guinea

Papua New Guinea operates 3 active military aircraft; American Samoa has no recorded inventory. The breakdown includes 0 vs 3 transport aircraft (American Samoa vs Papua New Guinea). The Papua New Guinea air force is officially the Papua New Guinea Air Wing.

American Samoan Air Force 🇦🇸

Official Name American Samoan Air Force
Active aircraft 0
Aircraft on order0
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Papua New Guinea Air Wing 🇵🇬

Official Name Papua New Guinea Air Wing
Local Name Papua New Guinea Defence Force Air Operations Element
Active aircraft 3 as of 2026
Aircraft on order0
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Roundel of Papua New Guinea air force

American Samoan aircraft by type

Aircraft type Active
Combat Combat 0
Bomber Bomber 0
Helicopter Helicopter 0
Training Training 0
Transport Transport 0
Other Other 0

Papua New Guinea aircraft by type

Aircraft type Active
Combat Combat 0
Bomber Bomber 0
Helicopter Helicopter 0
Training Training 0
Transport Transport 3
Other Other 0

Evolution of American Samoan Air Force fleet

None

Evolution of Papua New Guinea Air Force fleet

Aircraft Types Radar Comparison

Frequently Asked Questions

Which country has more military aircraft, American Samoa or Papua New Guinea?
Papua New Guinea has more military aircraft with 3 active aircraft compared to American Samoa's 0, a difference of 3 aircraft.
Which air force has more transport aircraft, American Samoa or Papua New Guinea?
Papua New Guinea has more transport aircraft with 3 compared to American Samoa's 0.