Every US Military Aircraft in Service (2026)
Overview
🇺🇸 United States operates 12,784 aircraft across 83 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 US military aircraft ever operated.
Fleet size by branch
| Service | Active | Types |
|---|---|---|
| United States Air Force | 4,743 | 51 |
| United States Army | 4,308 | 21 |
| United States Navy | 2,365 | 28 |
| United States Marine Corps | 1,368 | 16 |
Fighters & Combat Aircraft
11 types · 3,101 active airframes · 1,879 on order.
Strategic Bombers
5 types · 147 active airframes · 97 on order.
Military Helicopters
17 types · 5,442 active airframes · 812 on order.
Transport & Tanker Aircraft
25 types · 1,483 active airframes · 187 on order.
Special Mission Aircraft
14 types · 1,013 active airframes · 71 on order.
Trainers
11 types · 1,598 active airframes · 386 on order.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many aircraft does the US military operate in 2026?
United States operates 12,784 aircraft across 83 distinct types as of 2026, split between 4 service branches.
Which US service branch has the most aircraft?
The United States Air Force operates the largest fleet with 4,743 active airframes across 51 types.
What is the most numerous US military aircraft?
The Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk is the single most numerous airframe in United States's inventory, with 2,830 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.