Cuba Air Force
OVERVIEW The primary role of the Cuban air force (Fuerza Aerea Revolucionaria) is to defend Cuban airspace and provide long-range transport and support to the nation's ground forces. Ground-based air defense is also a function of the air force in conjunction with the Cuban army. Additionally, air force helicopters provide maritime and land attack support to the Cuban navy and army. However, a significant percentage of the inventory is no longer operational because of the loss of support...