Every Taiwanese Military Aircraft in Service (2026)
Overview
🇹🇼 Taiwan operates 686 aircraft across 18 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 Taiwanese military aircraft ever operated.
Fleet size by branch
| Service | Active | Types |
|---|---|---|
| Republic of China Air Force | 466 | 13 |
| Republic of China Army | 196 | 5 |
| Republic of China Navy | 24 | 2 |
Fighters & Combat Aircraft
3 types · 319 active airframes · 66 on order.
Military Helicopters
7 types · 239 active airframes · 12 on order.
Transport & Tanker Aircraft
4 types · 26 active airframes.
Special Mission Aircraft
2 types · 18 active airframes.
Trainers
2 types · 84 active airframes · 15 on order.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many aircraft does the Taiwan military operate in 2026?
Taiwan operates 686 aircraft across 18 distinct types as of 2026, split between 3 service branches.
Which Taiwan service branch has the most aircraft?
The Republic of China Air Force operates the largest fleet with 466 active airframes across 13 types.
What is the most numerous Taiwan military aircraft?
The General Dynamics F-16 Fighting Falcon is the single most numerous airframe in Taiwan's inventory, with 138 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.