Air Forces comparison: 
Ecuador vs 
Honduras
Ecuador's air force fields 156 active aircraft — 2.9:1 Honduras's 53.
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Key figures as of 2026
| Ecuador | Honduras | Ratio | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official name | Ecuadorian Air Force | Honduran Air Force | |
| Active aircraft | 156 | 53 | 🇪🇨 2.9× |
| Aircraft on order | 13 | 2 | 🇪🇨 6.5× |
| Combat aircraft | 17 | 17 | — |
| Combat share of fleet | 10.9 % | 32.1 % | 🇭🇳 2.9× |
| Aircraft types in service | 34 | 14 | 🇪🇨 2.4× |
| Main supplier | United States · 41 % | United States · 77 % |
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| Helicopters | 72 | 12 | 🇪🇨 6.0× |
| Transport aircraft | 28 | 15 | 🇪🇨 1.9× |
| Special-mission aircraft | 14 | 1 | 🇪🇨 14× |
| Trainers | 19 | 8 | 🇪🇨 2.4× |
| UAVs | 6 | 0 | 🇪🇨 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has more military aircraft, Ecuador or Honduras?
Ecuador has more military aircraft with 156 active aircraft compared to Honduras's 53, a difference of 103 aircraft.
Which air force has more combat aircraft, Ecuador or Honduras?
Ecuador and Honduras both have 17 fighters and attack aircraft.
Which country has more military helicopters, Ecuador or Honduras?
Ecuador operates more military helicopters with 72 compared to Honduras's 12.
Which air force has more transport aircraft, Ecuador or Honduras?
Ecuador has more transport aircraft with 28 compared to Honduras's 15.
How do the Ecuador and Honduras air forces compare in size?
Ecuador's air force is 2.9 times larger than Honduras's in terms of total active aircraft (156 vs 53).
Which country has more aircraft on order, Ecuador or Honduras?
Ecuador has 13 aircraft on order compared to Honduras's 2.