Air Forces comparison: Ecuador vs Colombia

Ecuadorian Air Force 🇪🇨

Official Name Ecuadorian Air Force
Local Name Fuerza Aérea Ecuatoriana
Active aircraft103 as of 2026
Aircraft on order2
Roundel

Roundel of Ecuador air force

Colombian Air Force 🇨🇴

Official Name Colombian Air Force
Local Name Fuerza Aérea Colombiana
Active aircraft434 as of 2026
Aircraft on order16
Roundel

Roundel of Colombia air force

Ecuadorian aircraft by type

Aircraft type Active
Combat Combat 0
Bomber Bomber 0
Helicopter Helicopter 46
Training Training 28
Transport Transport 20
UAV UAV 0
Other Other 9

Colombian aircraft by type

Aircraft type Active
Combat Combat 19
Bomber Bomber 0
Helicopter Helicopter 257
Training Training 46
Transport Transport 87
UAV UAV 0
Other Other 25

Evolution of Ecuadorian Air Force fleet

Evolution of Colombian Air Force fleet

Aircraft Types Radar Comparison

Frequently Asked Questions

Which country has more military aircraft, Ecuador or Colombia?
Colombia has more military aircraft with 434 active aircraft compared to Ecuador's 103, a difference of 331 aircraft.
Which air force has more combat aircraft, Ecuador or Colombia?
Colombia has more combat aircraft with 19 fighters and attack aircraft compared to Ecuador's 0.
Which country has more military helicopters, Ecuador or Colombia?
Colombia operates more military helicopters with 257 compared to Ecuador's 46.
Which air force has more transport aircraft, Ecuador or Colombia?
Colombia has more transport aircraft with 87 compared to Ecuador's 20.
How do the Ecuador and Colombia air forces compare in size?
Colombia's air force is 4.3 times larger than Ecuador's in terms of total active aircraft (87 vs 20).
Which country has more aircraft on order, Ecuador or Colombia?
Colombia has 16 aircraft on order compared to Ecuador's 2.