| Aircraft Type | Quantity | Service Entry | Out of Service | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aero L-39 Albatros | 2 | ? | current | ? |
| Beech 1900 | 1 | 2010 | current | USA |
| Mil Mi-17 ‘Hip’ | 9 | 2010 | current | Russia |
| Mil Mi-172 ‘Hip’ | 1 | 2011 | current | Russia |
| Mil Mi-24 ‘Hind’ | 2 | ? | current | ? |
South Sudan
All-Time Aircraft Used List
South Sudan Air Force
Operator Profile
History
Narrative Summary
South Sudan gained autonomy on 9 July 2005. Legislation to enable the creation of a South Sudan Air Force (SSAF) was approved in June 2008. The first aircraft was received in February 2010, and the first helicopters from an initial order for 10 was received in December 2010. Full independence from Sudan was achieved on 9 July 2011. Initially called the Sudan People’s Liberation Air Force, it appears to have become the Sudan People’s Air Force by 2010, and later assumed it’s present title.
Continued political instability in the country resulted in a civil war breaking out on 15 December 2015. The Air Force has been involved in supporting government forces in retaining control of most of the country.
Key Dates
| 24 June 2008 | South Sudan Air Force formally created | |
| Feb 2010 | First fixed-wing aircraft received – Beech 1900 | |
| Dec 2010 | First helicopters received – Mi-17 |
Current Status
The South Sudan Air Force is fully operational.
Future Plans
To be added.
Markings
National Insignia
The South Sudan Air Force uses a black-red-green roundel with a blue leading segment containing a yellow star. The national flag is used as a fin flash.
Aircraft Serial Numbers
SSAF helicopters carry serials consisting of a three digit number and the prefix ‘SPAF-‘ e.g. SPAF-106 for a Mil-17V-5. The Beech 1900 carried the last three letters of it’s civil registration.
Unit/Base Codes
Coding system not used.
Aircraft
Aircraft Designations
None – Manufacturers designations used.
Current Aircraft Inventory
Table of Current Service Aircraft
All-Time Aircraft Used List
All-Time Table of Aircraft Used
Aircraft NOT Used
To be added.
Organisation
Main Headquarters
Juba Air Base, Juba.
Organisational Structure
The SSAF is organised into a Helicopter Unit and a Fixed Wing Unit.
Current Order of Battle
Table of Current Order of Battle
Historical Orders of Battle
To be added.
All-Time Flying Units List
Helicopter Unit
Fixed Wing Unit
Air Bases
Current Air Bases
All aircraft are based at Juba IAP.
All-Time Air Bases Used List
To be added.
More Information
Books
World Air Forces Directory 2013/14 by Ian Carroll (Mach III)
Magazines
To be added.
Websites
Southern Sudan’s new air force
Current Order of Battle
South Sudan Air Force
| Squadron | Type | Base |
|---|---|---|
| Helicopter Unit | Mi-17, Mi-172, Mi-24 | Juba |
| Fixed Wing Unit | L-39 | Juba |
Current Aircraft Inventory
South Sudan Air Force
| Aircraft Type | Total Del’d | Total Active | Still on Order | Role |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aero L-39 Albatros | 2 | 2 | 0 | Attack/Trainer |
| Beech 1900 | 1 | 1 | 0 | Transport |
| Mil Mi-17 ‘Hip’ | 9 | 9 | 0 | Utility |
| Mil Mi-172 ‘Hip’ | 1 | 1 | 0 | VIP Transport |
| Mil Mi-24 ‘Hind’ | 2 | 2 | 0 | Attack |
South Sudan
Country Profile
The Country
Geography
Details to be added.
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National History
Timeline – Key Dates in South Sudan History
Further National Information
BBC News Profile: South Sudan
wikipedia: South Sudan
wikipedia: History of South Sudan
Aviation
Text to be added on the development of aviation in South Sudan.
Markings
Civil Aircraft Registrations
South Sudan civil aircraft use the registration sequence Z8-AAA to Z8-ZZZ.
All-time South Sudan – civil aircraft register (Z8-aaa).
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Aircraft Operators
Military Air Arms
Air Force (South Sudan Air Force)
Central Government Agencies
Government Aviation – no aviation unit
Public Service Aviation
Medical Aviation – no EMS/rescue helicopter service
Police Aviation (South Sudan Police Service) – no aviation unit
Commercial Aviation
wikipedia: Airlines of South Sudan
The World’s Airlines: South Sudan
Private Aviation
To be added
Industry
Aircraft Manufacturers
None at present.
Aircraft Maintenance/Repair Depots
None known.
Airfields
Civil Airports & Airfields
Military Air Bases & Airfields
Military Air Bases Listing – to be added.
On Show
Aviation Museums
None at present
Airshow Dates
More Information
Aviation-Related Magazines
None known.
Aviation Bibliography
To be added
Web Links
To be added.