Every Argentine Military Aircraft in Service (2026)
Overview
🇦🇷 Argentina operates 241 aircraft across 30 distinct types as of 2026. This page assembles every type currently in active service — fighters, bombers, helicopters, transports, trainers, and unmanned systems — with profile drawings, operating branch, and fleet counts. For the full historical list including retired types, see every Argentine military aircraft ever operated.
Fleet size by branch
| Service | Active | Types |
|---|---|---|
| Argentinian Air Force | 131 | 17 |
| Argentinian Army | 80 | 10 |
| Argentinian Navy | 30 | 8 |
Fighters & Combat Aircraft
2 types · 26 active airframes · 24 on order.
Military Helicopters
8 types · 101 active airframes · 25 on order.
Transport & Tanker Aircraft
Special Mission Aircraft
5 types · 22 active airframes · 4 on order.
Trainers
6 types · 70 active airframes · 4 on order.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many aircraft does the Argentina military operate in 2026?
Argentina operates 241 aircraft across 30 distinct types as of 2026, split between 3 service branches.
Which Argentina service branch has the most aircraft?
The Argentinian Air Force operates the largest fleet with 131 active airframes across 17 types.
What is the most numerous Argentina military aircraft?
The Bell UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" is the single most numerous airframe in Argentina's inventory, with 63 active units.
Does this page include retired or stored aircraft?
No. Counts reflect airframes on active inventory in the most recent fleet snapshot. Retired, stored and test-only aircraft are excluded.