Air Forces comparison: 
Colombia vs 
Guyana
Colombia's air force fields 459 active aircraft — 38:1 Guyana's 12.
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Key figures as of 2026
| Colombia | Guyana | Ratio | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official name | Colombian Air Force | Guyana Defence Force Air Command | |
| Active aircraft | 459 | 12 | 🇨🇴 38× |
| Aircraft on order | 19 | 0 | 🇨🇴 |
| Combat aircraft | 40 | 0 | 🇨🇴 |
| Combat share of fleet | 8.7 % | 0.0 % | 🇨🇴 |
| Aircraft types in service | 36 | 9 | 🇨🇴 4.0× |
| Main supplier | United States · 75 % | United States · 42 % |
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| Helicopters | 269 | 4 | 🇨🇴 67× |
| Transport aircraft | 79 | 7 | 🇨🇴 11× |
| Special-mission aircraft | 23 | 1 | 🇨🇴 23× |
| Trainers | 40 | 0 | 🇨🇴 |
| UAVs | 8 | 0 | 🇨🇴 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has more military aircraft, Colombia or Guyana?
Colombia has more military aircraft with 459 active aircraft compared to Guyana's 12, a difference of 447 aircraft.
Which air force has more combat aircraft, Colombia or Guyana?
Colombia has more combat aircraft with 40 fighters and attack aircraft compared to Guyana's 0.
Which country has more military helicopters, Colombia or Guyana?
Colombia operates more military helicopters with 269 compared to Guyana's 4.
Which air force has more transport aircraft, Colombia or Guyana?
Colombia has more transport aircraft with 79 compared to Guyana's 7.
How do the Colombia and Guyana air forces compare in size?
Colombia's air force is 38.2 times larger than Guyana's in terms of total active aircraft (459 vs 12).
Which country has more aircraft on order, Colombia or Guyana?
Colombia has 19 aircraft on order compared to Guyana's 0.