Peruvian Air Force

The Peru Air Force, officially known as the Peruvian Air Force (FAP), is the aerial warfare branch of the Armed Forces of Peru. It was established on April 20, 1929, making it one of the oldest air forces in Latin America. Initially, its focus was primarily on supporting land and naval forces in counterinsurgency and border patrol activities. Throughout its history, the Peru Air Force has been involved in various conflicts, including the Ecuadorian-Peruvian War of 1941 and the Cenepa War with Ecuador in 1995. It has undergone several modernization programs aimed at updating its fleet and capabilities. The FAP's aircraft inventory consists of different types, including fighter jets, transport aircraft, helicopters, and unmanned aerial vehicles. The force also operates airbases throughout the country, supporting its aerial operations. Over the years, the Peru Air Force has been actively engaged in disaster relief operations, air defense duties, and patrolling the country's airspace, ensuring its national security.

Key facts

Official Name	Peruvian Air Force
Local Name	Fuerza Aérea del Perú
Country	🇵🇪 Peru
World rank	#41
Active aircrafts	246 (as of 2024)
Aircrafts on order	28
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Number of active aircrafts by type

Aircraft type	Active
Helicopters	88
Training	68
Transport	39
Combat aircrafts	38
Special missions	11
Tankers	2

Aircrafts most used by Peruvian air forces

Aircraft	Active	Type
Mi-8 Hip	44	Soviet multipurpose helicopter, prevalent during the Cold War, extensively utilized for transport, combat and humanitarian operations globally.
A-37 Dragonfly	20	Vietnam War-era American light attack aircraft, extensively deployed in close air support and counter-insurgency operations.
KT-1 Woongbi	20	South Korean trainer aircraft, noteworthy for domestic design and production, used primarily for flight training since the late 1990s.
Mi-24 Hind	16	Soviet attack helicopter, renowned for Cold War use, predominantly deployed for airborne assault, close combat, and anti-armour roles.
DHC-6 Twin Otter	14	Canadian utility aircraft, vital in civil and military operations worldwide since the 1960s, famous for its STOL capabilities.
Mirage 2000	12	French multirole fighter, operational since the 1980s, extensively used in numerous conflicts including the Gulf and Balkan Wars.
F-28	11	American light helicopter, employed in civil and military avenues world over, since its inception in the late 1960s.
Mi-17 Hip-H	8	Soviet transport helicopter, prominently deployed during Afghan War, globally used for cargo, troop transport, and rescue missions.
MiG-29 Fulcrum	8	Soviet twin-engine fighter jet, notable in late Cold War clashes, widely exported and integral to various aerial engagements globally.
Su-25 Frogfoot	8	Soviet close air support aircraft, prominent during Afghan War, designed for ground targets engagement under heavy fire conditions.

Full inventory in 2024