This article provides a list of active Indian military aircraft currently in service with the Indian Armed Forces, as well as aircraft on order. For a list of historical military aircraft used by the Indian military, see list of historical aircraft of the Indian Air Force.

1 day ago · India held the fourth rank with a strength of over 2,200 military aircraft. The Indian Air Force also had been regularly up-graded by coming of new fighter jets, transport aircraft, and air ...

Jan 29, 2025 · Top 10 most powerful countries by military aircraft fleet strength in 2025. The United States boasts unparalleled air strength, surpassing the combined aerial capabilities of Russia, China, India, South Korea, and Japan, owing to nearly 40% of global military spending.

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The Indian Air Force, with highly trained crews, pilots, and access to modern military assets provides India with the capacity to provide rapid response evacuation, search-and-rescue (SAR) operations, and delivery of relief supplies to affected areas via cargo aircraft. [21]

Mar 13, 2024 · With nearly 2,000 aircraft serving across the Indian Army, Navy, Air Force, and Coast Guard, India showcases significant technological prowess and strategic capabilities. The Indian Air Force maintains a diverse arsenal of aircraft tailored for combat, reconnaissance, transport, and training purposes.

Dec 10, 2024 · The following represents an overview of the modern aerial fighting capabilities of the Indian Air Force (2025). The service currently counts 1,716 total units in its active aircraft inventory. The WDMMA review takes into account specific categories of aircraft covering attack, logistics, special-mission, and general support types.

This article provides a list of active Indian military aircraft currently in service with the Indian Armed Forces, as well as aircraft on order. For a list of historical military aircraft used by the Indian military, see list of historical aircraft of the Indian Air Force.

Current aircraft of the Indian Air Force including attack, bomber, cargo transport, special mission, fighter, Search and Rescue, aerial tanker, remote-piloted, reconnaissance, trainer and utility types.

Since its independence, India has designed and produced a number of civilian and military aircraft. State-owned Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) remains the largest manufacturer of aircraft in country.