Count Carl Gustaf Ericsson von Rosen was a Swedish pioneer aviator, humanitarian, and mercenary pilot. He flew relief missions in a number of conflicts as well as combat missions for Finland and Biafra. His flights for the Biafran Air Force were notable for using the small Malmö MFI-9 in a ground attack role.

The Biafran Armed Forces (BAF) were the military of the Republic of Biafra, which existed from 1967 until 1970.