Obsolete and Outnumbered | Croatian Late-War Fighter Aircraft

The Independent State of Croatia was a puppet state established by Germany and Italy after the invasion and dismemberment of the Kingdom of Yugoslavia in April 1941. Following its creation, it immediately began forming its own military, including an air force. While it inherited some Yugoslav aircraft, it lacked modern and sufficient equipment, particularly in terms of fighter aircraft. In 1942, the acquisition of the Italian Fiat G.50bis somewhat alleviated the situation to a minimal extent. Similarly, the Morane-Saulnier M.S.406, a French fighter plane, and the Messerschmitt Me 109, a German aircraft, were also acquired, but in limited numbers, and often arriving too late to significantly impact the air force's capabilities. Croatia struggled with many logistical challenges, including shortages of fuel, which severely limited the operational effectiveness of its air force. These limitations meant that its air force was often unable to effectively defend Croatian airspace or provide significant support to Axis operations in the region. Overall, this air force remained relatively small and under-equipped throughout the war.

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