The United States invaded the Iran-Iraq War in Iran. The United States has dropped a heavy bunker bomb to destroy Iran’s nuclear facilities. The bomb is used by 7 powerful B-2 aircraft. The B-2 aircraft assisted the 7 B-2 aircraft to assist B-2 aircraft in this attack. Then the US President Donald Trump announced the Iran-Israeli ceasefire but the two countries did not. The whole war is in the sky. The attack was also attacked by the missile as well as the aircraft.
The ability of the aircraft is now important to understand how powerful the different countries are in the war. Different countries are dominating their airspace and ensuring national security. Let’s find out if the Air Force is currently ahead of the world’s military capacity. The rankings have been made up to 2024 information based on the data of the World Population Review in 2025.
1. The United States
The United States has a total of 14 thousand 486 military aircraft. The country is leading the world in terms of military aircraft. Their Air Force operates a huge airport with USAF, US Navy, US Marine Corps, and US Army. These include sophisticated fighter jets like F-35 Lightning II and F-22 Raptor and Spirit aircraft like B-2 Spirit and B-52 Stratofortress. Because of their bases in various parts of the world, the ability to respond quickly and conduct the campaign around the world has made them unparalleled.
2. Russia
Russia has a total of 4 thousand 292 military aircraft. The Russian Air Force is the second largest in the world. They have strong spirit aircraft like Tupolev Tu-1-60 and advanced Combat Fighter Jets like SU-35, SU-57. The RUSSIA aircraft is known for its durability and the ability to survive even in strict circumstances. Their airplane ensures a large country’s defense. They are also capable of displaying power in different regions.
3. China
China is right after Russia. They have a total of 3 thousand 304 military aircraft. China’s Air Force capacity has increased rapidly in recent years. Currently, China is going through a large modernization program. They have a large number of advanced fighter jets, drones, and multi-role aircraft. China is rapidly improving its aircraft capacity to strengthen its sky defense and expand regional influence.
4. India
India has a total of 2 thousand 296 military aircraft. India’s Air Force is one of the largest and powerful in South Asia. They are increasing their defense capabilities with modern fighter jets and other military aircraft. India is regularly investing in their airline to ensure regional security and to maintain strategic balance.
5. Japan
Japan is followed by China and India. They have a total military aircraft 1 thousand 459. Japan’s Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) is very well equipped and composed of modern fighter jets and surveillance aircraft. Their airline is playing an important role in ensuring regional security and partnership. Japan is paying special attention to increasing the capacity of aircraft using its advanced technology.
6. Pakistan
From this point on the Pakistan. Pakistan has a total of 1 thousand 434 military aircraft. Pakistan has established one of South Asia’s largest air forces. They are capable of both airplane defense and resistance and considering the regional situation, they continue to invest in military aircraft.
7. South Korea
South Korea has 1 thousand 171 military aircraft. South Korea has created a strong air force to deal with its regional security challenges. They emphasize the modernization and improvement of technology.
8. Egypt
Egypt ‘R a total of 1 thousand 93 military aircraft. The Egyptian Air Force is the largest in Africa. They maintain their ability through modern aircraft and training programs, which play an important role in their regional stability and defense.
9. Türkiyey
Türkiye is followed by Egypt. There are 1 thousand 69 military aircraft in their Air Force. Türkiye’s Air Force is one of the most powerful members of NATO. They have various types of warships and supportive aircraft, which strengthen their air defense and offensive capacity.
10. France
The best ten is at the end of France. There are a total of 972 military aircraft in their Air Force. The French Air Force is one of the most advanced military forces in Europe. They have multi-role fighter jets like the Rafale Jet in their fleet, which strengthens their air defense and attack.
Now the question is, where is the position of Bangladesh? How many aircraft are there in the Iranian and Israeli Air Forces? According to Wikipedia, the Bangladesh Air Force (BAF) had a force of about 216 aircraft in 2025. These include warships, transport aircraft, and training aircraft.
Iran
Although Iran does not have the best No. 10 in terms of aircraft, their position is in Business Insider’s 2023 rankings, the Iranian Air Force is in the 22nd place in the world. Iran is in the 16th position in Global Firepower, in terms of military power review of 2025.
Iran has a total military aircraft about 400 to 550. According to data from 2203 of the Global Firepower, they have more than 550 aircraft in their active fleet. However, according to data from the World Directory of Modern Military Aircraft (WDMMA) 2025, the number of their active aircraft is 400.
Israel
The Israeli Air Force (IAF) is one of the most powerful and technologically advanced Air forces in the Middle East. Their main aim is to protect Israel’s airspace and to carry out aggressive operations if needed. The total military aircraft near Israel is about 600 to 650. According to the data from 2025 from the World Directory of Modern Military AircraftThey have 605 aircraft on their active airport.
