Air Forces comparison: 
Sudan vs 
Uganda
Sudan's air force fields 192 active aircraft — 3.8:1 Uganda's 51.
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Key figures as of 2026
| Sudan | Uganda | Ratio | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official name | Sudanese Air Force | Uganda Air Force | |
| Active aircraft | 192 | 51 | 🇸🇩 3.8× |
| Aircraft on order | 0 | 2 | 🇺🇬 |
| Combat aircraft | 99 | 6 | 🇸🇩 16× |
| Combat share of fleet | 51.6 % | 11.8 % | 🇸🇩 4.4× |
| Aircraft types in service | 23 | 10 | 🇸🇩 2.3× |
| Main supplier | Ex-USSR · 56 % | Ex-USSR · 49 % |
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| Helicopters | 70 | 29 | 🇸🇩 2.4× |
| Transport aircraft | 17 | 3 | 🇸🇩 5.7× |
| Special-mission aircraft | 0 | 1 | 🇺🇬 |
| Trainers | 6 | 12 | 🇺🇬 2.0× |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has more military aircraft, Sudan or Uganda?
Sudan has more military aircraft with 192 active aircraft compared to Uganda's 51, a difference of 141 aircraft.
Which air force has more combat aircraft, Sudan or Uganda?
Sudan has more combat aircraft with 99 fighters and attack aircraft compared to Uganda's 6.
Which country has more military helicopters, Sudan or Uganda?
Sudan operates more military helicopters with 70 compared to Uganda's 29.
Which air force has more transport aircraft, Sudan or Uganda?
Sudan has more transport aircraft with 17 compared to Uganda's 3.
How do the Sudan and Uganda air forces compare in size?
Sudan's air force is 3.8 times larger than Uganda's in terms of total active aircraft (192 vs 51).
Which country has more aircraft on order, Sudan or Uganda?
Uganda has 2 aircraft on order compared to Sudan's 0.