Air Forces comparison: Somalia vs South Sudan
Overview
South Sudan operates 20 active military aircraft; Somalia has no recorded inventory.
The breakdown includes 0 vs 15 helicopters, 0 vs 5 transport aircraft (Somalia vs South Sudan).
The South Sudan air force is officially the South Sudan Air Force.
Somali Air Force 🇸🇴
| Official Name | Somali Air Force |
| Active aircraft | 0 |
| Aircraft on order | 0 |
| Roundel |
South Sudan Air Force 🇸🇸
| Official Name | South Sudan Air Force |
| Active aircraft | 20 as of 2026 |
| Aircraft on order | 0 |
| Roundel |
Somali aircraft by type
| Aircraft type | Active | |
|---|---|---|
Combat
|
0 | |
Bomber
|
0 | |
Helicopter
|
0 | |
Training
|
0 | |
Transport
|
0 | |
Other
|
0 | |
South Sudanese aircraft by type
| Aircraft type | Active | |
|---|---|---|
|
Combat
|
0 | |
|
Bomber
|
0 | |
|
Helicopter
|
15 | |
|
Training
|
0 | |
|
Transport
|
5 | |
|
Other
|
0 | |
Evolution of Somali Air Force fleet
None
Evolution of South Sudanese Air Force fleet
Aircraft Types Radar Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has more military aircraft, Somalia or South Sudan?
South Sudan has more military aircraft with 20 active aircraft compared to Somalia's 0, a difference of 20 aircraft.
Which country has more military helicopters, Somalia or South Sudan?
South Sudan operates more military helicopters with 15 compared to Somalia's 0.
Which air force has more transport aircraft, Somalia or South Sudan?
South Sudan has more transport aircraft with 5 compared to Somalia's 0.