South Africa’s Air Force is in crisis, with only six operational aircraft out of 330. Experts warn of weakened defense.

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According to News24, only two Gripen fighter jets, one Oryx utility helicopter, and three Hawk trainer jets are listed as ...

South Africa's fighter jets are in a pitiful state. According to the local press, of the 26 JAS 39 Gripen aircraft, only two ...

South Africa's fighter jets are in a dire condition. According to local press reports, out of 26 JAS 39 Gripen aircraft, only ...

The picture is even more grim in the helicopter fleet. Only one among 39 existing Oryx helicopters (licensed version of Puma) can take off; 0/39 Rooivalk attack helicopters, and zero for all other ...

Despite recent improvements, the SAAF's fighter capacity maintains a very limited capability. The Rooivalk fleet is in urgent need of attention, including the recommissioning of the aircraft that ...