Air Forces comparison: 
Nigeria vs 
Senegal
Nigeria's air force fields 182 active aircraft — 4.5:1 Senegal's 40.
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Key figures as of 2026
| Nigeria | Senegal | Ratio | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official name | Nigerian Air Force | Senegalese Air Force | |
| Active aircraft | 182 | 40 | 🇳🇬 4.5× |
| Aircraft on order | 124 | 3 | 🇳🇬 41× |
| Combat aircraft | 36 | 0 | 🇳🇬 |
| Combat share of fleet | 19.8 % | 0.0 % | 🇳🇬 |
| Aircraft types in service | 31 | 12 | 🇳🇬 2.6× |
| Main supplier | Italy · 22 % | United States · 30 % |
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| Helicopters | 73 | 20 | 🇳🇬 3.6× |
| Transport aircraft | 21 | 4 | 🇳🇬 5.2× |
| Special-mission aircraft | 8 | 2 | 🇳🇬 4.0× |
| Trainers | 26 | 14 | 🇳🇬 1.9× |
| UAVs | 18 | 0 | 🇳🇬 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has more military aircraft, Nigeria or Senegal?
Nigeria has more military aircraft with 182 active aircraft compared to Senegal's 40, a difference of 142 aircraft.
Which air force has more combat aircraft, Nigeria or Senegal?
Nigeria has more combat aircraft with 36 fighters and attack aircraft compared to Senegal's 0.
Which country has more military helicopters, Nigeria or Senegal?
Nigeria operates more military helicopters with 73 compared to Senegal's 20.
Which air force has more transport aircraft, Nigeria or Senegal?
Nigeria has more transport aircraft with 21 compared to Senegal's 4.
How do the Nigeria and Senegal air forces compare in size?
Nigeria's air force is 5.2 times larger than Senegal's in terms of total active aircraft (21 vs 4).
Which country has more aircraft on order, Nigeria or Senegal?
Nigeria has 124 aircraft on order compared to Senegal's 3.