Air Forces comparison: 
Benin vs 
Tanzania
Tanzania's air force fields 43 active aircraft — 3.9:1 Benin's 11.
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Key figures as of 2026
| Benin | Tanzania | Ratio | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official name | Beninese Air Force | Tanzania Air Force Command | |
| Active aircraft | 11 | 43 | 🇹🇿 3.9× |
| Aircraft on order | 0 | 1 | 🇹🇿 |
| Combat aircraft | 0 | 20 | 🇹🇿 |
| Combat share of fleet | 0.0 % | 46.5 % | 🇹🇿 |
| Aircraft types in service | 5 | 15 | 🇹🇿 3.0× |
| Main supplier | France · 45 % | China · 44 % |
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| Helicopters | 9 | 15 | 🇹🇿 1.7× |
| Transport aircraft | 1 | 8 | 🇹🇿 8.0× |
| Special-mission aircraft | 1 | 0 | 🇧🇯 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has more military aircraft, Benin or Tanzania?
Tanzania has more military aircraft with 43 active aircraft compared to Benin's 11, a difference of 32 aircraft.
Which air force has more combat aircraft, Benin or Tanzania?
Tanzania has more combat aircraft with 20 fighters and attack aircraft compared to Benin's 0.
Which country has more military helicopters, Benin or Tanzania?
Tanzania operates more military helicopters with 15 compared to Benin's 9.
Which air force has more transport aircraft, Benin or Tanzania?
Tanzania has more transport aircraft with 8 compared to Benin's 1.
How do the Benin and Tanzania air forces compare in size?
Tanzania's air force is 8.0 times larger than Benin's in terms of total active aircraft (8 vs 1).
Which country has more aircraft on order, Benin or Tanzania?
Tanzania has 1 aircraft on order compared to Benin's 0.