In 2022, the Brazilian military had the highest number of aircraft in the region, with 679 units. It was followed by Mexico with 469 units. The countries with the least military aircraft in Latin America were Suriname and Nicaragua.
Countries with the highest number of military aircraft in Latin America in 2022
Note: According to the source, the statistic includes both fixed-wing and rotary-wing (helicopters) aircraft types as well as active aircraft from all branches of service (be they from the air force, army, navy, or marines, etc.). All aircraft types are considered including basic / advanced trainers, transports, fighters, bombers, special missions platforms and so forth.
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