Air Forces comparison: 
Cuba vs 
Guatemala
Cuba operates 20 active military aircraft vs 37 for Guatemala.
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Bars: weighted contribution to the AIRS Index (airframes × category weight; combat and bombers by unit price, helicopters by era) · figures: active airframes at each side's latest inventory year · Methodology
Key figures as of 2026
| Cuba | Guatemala | Ratio | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official name | Cuban Revolutionary Air Force | Guatemalan Air Force | |
| Active aircraft | 20 | 37 | 🇬🇹 1.9× |
| Combat aircraft | 0 | 3 | 🇬🇹 |
| Combat share of fleet | 0.0 % | 8.1 % | 🇬🇹 |
| Aircraft types in service | 6 | 13 | 🇬🇹 2.2× |
| Main supplier | Ex-USSR · 80 % | United States · 84 % |
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| Helicopters | 13 | 20 | 🇬🇹 1.5× |
| Transport aircraft | 4 | 10 | 🇬🇹 2.5× |
| Special-mission aircraft | 0 | 2 | 🇬🇹 |
| Trainers | 3 | 2 | 🇨🇺 1.5× |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has more military aircraft, Cuba or Guatemala?
Guatemala has more military aircraft with 37 active aircraft compared to Cuba's 20, a difference of 17 aircraft.
Which air force has more combat aircraft, Cuba or Guatemala?
Guatemala has more combat aircraft with 3 fighters and attack aircraft compared to Cuba's 0.
Which country has more military helicopters, Cuba or Guatemala?
Guatemala operates more military helicopters with 20 compared to Cuba's 13.
Which air force has more transport aircraft, Cuba or Guatemala?
Guatemala has more transport aircraft with 10 compared to Cuba's 4.
How do the Cuba and Guatemala air forces compare in size?
Guatemala's air force is 2.5 times larger than Cuba's in terms of total active aircraft (10 vs 4).