Albanian Air Force
Forcat Ajrore Shqiptare โ The Albania Air Force, officially known as the Forca Ajrore e Republikรซs sรซ Shqipรซrisรซ (FARSh), is the aerial warfare branch of the Albanian Armed Forces. Established on April 24, 1951, it is โฆ
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Full inventory in 2026
7 aircraft typesAlbanian Air Force
| Aircraft | Origin | Model year | Active | ฮ YoY | Ordered | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Helicopter | ||||||
|
BO105 | ๐ฉ๐ช Germany | 1970 | 4 | โ | โ |
|
H215M/AS532 |
๐ฉ๐ช Germany ๐ซ๐ท France |
1978 | 4 | โ | โ |
|
Bell 206 | ๐บ๐ธ United States | 1967 | 3 | โ | โ |
|
Bell 205 | ๐บ๐ธ United States | 1959 | 3 | โ | โ |
|
S-70/UH-60A | ๐บ๐ธ United States | 1979 | 2 | โ | +4 |
|
H145 | ๐ซ๐ท France | 2002 | 2 | โ | โ |
|
AW109 |
๐ฌ๐ง United Kingdom ๐ฎ๐น Italy |
1976 | 1 | โ | โ |
Overview
The Albania Air Force, officially known as the Forca Ajrore e Republikรซs sรซ Shqipรซrisรซ (FARSh), is the aerial warfare branch of the Albanian Armed Forces. Established on April 24, 1951, it is responsible for defending Albanian airspace and supporting ground forces during military operations. The Air Force operates under the Ministry of Defense and has its headquarters in Tirana. The primary mission of the Albania Air Force is to maintain the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Albania. It achieves this through a fleet of aircraft, which includes fighter jets, attack helicopters, transport planes, and surveillance drones. The Air Force has undergone several modernization efforts over the years to enhance its capabilities and effectiveness. Additionally, it participates in joint military exercises and collaborations with NATO and other allied nations for improved interoperability. The Albania Air Force plays a crucial role in ensuring the nation's security and contributes to regional stability.