Military Aircrafts

Overview

Catalog of 450+ military aircrafts designed across the globe since 1945. This comprehensive list provides in-depth information on each aircraft's technical specifications, including performance metrics like speed, range, and payload capacity. We also outline the armament options available for each aircraft, ranging from conventional munitions to advanced guided missile systems. We include a list of both current and past operators, offering insights into the aircraft's deployment in various military campaigns and missions.

See also the list of NATO reporting names for aircrafts.

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Military Aircrafts Database

Country	Model	Manufacturer	Year	Produced	Description
🇧🇷	KC-390	Embraer	2015	9	Brazilian tactical transport aircraft known for its operational efficacy in search and rescue, cargo transportation, and aerial refueling missions.
🇰🇷	KF-21 Boramae	KAI	2022	—	South Korean multirole fighter, developed in the 21st century, deployment and operational history yet to be written.
🇰🇷	KT-1 Woongbi	KAI	1991	178	South Korean trainer aircraft, noteworthy for domestic design and production, used primarily for flight training since the late 1990s.
🇰🇷	KT-100	KAI	2011	23	Korean trainer aircraft, operational since the 2000s, predominantly deployed for basic flight training within the Republic of Korea Air Force.
🇰🇷	KUH-1 Surion	KAI	2010	170	South Korean utility helicopter, utilized mainly for troop transportation and medevac, active in military operations since 2013.
🇷🇺	Ka-226 Hoodlum-C	Kamov	1997	269	Russian light utility helicopter, operational since late 20th century, frequently deployed for medical, policing and aerial work.
🇨🇳	Ka-25 Hormone	Kamov	1961	460	Soviet anti-submarine helicopter, recognized for Cold War naval usage, efficient in search and rescue, transportation, and assault operations.
🇨🇳	Ka-27 Helix	Kamov	1973	201	Soviet maritime helicopter, primarily deployed for anti-submarine warfare and rescue operations during the Cold War era.
🇨🇳	Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark"	Kamov	1982	19	Soviet attack helicopter, distinctive for service during the Chechen conflicts, primarily used for reconnaissance and direct fire support.
🇷🇺	Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B	Kamov	1997	196	Russian attack helicopter, known for its use in combat roles in Syria, equipped with reconnaissance and combat capabilities.
🇷🇺	Ka-60 Kasatka	Kamov	1998	2	Russian multipurpose helicopter, developed in the 1990s, employed primarily for transport, search and rescue, and medical evacuation.
🇮🇱	Kfir	IAI	1973	220	Israeli fighter aircraft, known for its late Cold War-era operations, notable for South American and Sri Lankan combat deployment.
🇺🇸	King Air 90	Beechcraft	1964	3100	American twin-turboprop aircraft, prominently deployed for utility, corporate, and military purposes from the 1960s onward.
🇺🇸	Kodiak	Quest	2004	300	American utility aircraft, prominently deployed for humanitarian services, regional airlines and luxury private transport, conceived in the late 20th century.
🇨🇿	L-159 ALCA	Aero	1997	72	Czech light combat aircraft, used since the late 20th century, active in NATO led partnership for peace program.
🇨🇿	L-29 Delfin	Aero	1959	3665	Czechoslovakian jet trainer, utilized extensively during the Cold War, and exported broadly to Warsaw Pact and other nations.
🇨🇿	L-39 Albatros	Aero	1968	2900	Czech training jet, operational since the Cold War, deployed worldwide for various military aviation roles.
🇨🇿	L-410	Let	1969	1200	Czech twin-engine short-range transport aircraft, deployed internationally since the 70s, used in both civil and military operations.
🇷🇸	Lasta-95	UTVA	1985	37	Serbian training aircraft, operational from the late 20th century, utilized by Iraq and Serbia for military pilot training.
🇨🇦	Learjet 35	Bombardier	1973	738	Canadian light-jet, distinguished by its service history in the United States Air Force as a utility aircraft since the 1970s.
🇨🇦	Learjet 45	Bombardier	1995	642	Canadian light business jet, prevalently used for private and business aviation, came into operation in the mid-1990s.
🇬🇧	Lightning	English Electric	1954	337	British interceptor aircraft, recognized for Cold War era service, extensively deployed for high speed, high altitude defensive roles.
🇮🇹	M-345	Aermacchi	2016	4	Italian training jet, deployed in the 21st-century, used extensively for military pilot training purposes.
🇮🇹	M-346 Master	Aermacchi	2004	92	Italian trainer jet, renowned for its advanced-technology and operational flexibility, extensively used by Israel, Italy, Singapore and Poland.
🇨🇳	M-4 Bison	Myasichtchev	1953	123	Soviet strategic bomber, renowned for its Cold War service, extensively deployed for long-range maritime reconnaissance and bombing missions.
🇮🇹	MB-326K	Aermacchi	1957	800	Italian trainer/light attack jet, extensively employed during the late 20th century, notable for global military deployment.
🇮🇹	MB-339	Aermacchi	1976	230	Italian trainer aircraft, recognized for its Cold War era inception, extensively deployed for advanced pilot training and light attack roles.
🇫🇷	MD-450 Ouragan	Dassault	1949	567	French fighter-bomber from the early Cold War era, known for its service in the Suez Crisis and Indo-Pakistani War.
🇺🇸	MD-500	Hughes	1982	4700	American light helicopter, renowned during the Cold War era, predominantly deployed for law enforcement and utility applications.
🇺🇸	MD-900	MD Helicopters	1992	5	American civil utility helicopter, recognized for its quiet operation, used worldwide for law enforcement and air ambulance services.
🇸🇪	MFI-15 Safari	Saab	1969	462	Swedish utility aircraft, operational since the 1960s, frequently deployed for training and light transport roles worldwide.
🇺🇸	MQ-1 Predator	General Atomics	1994	360	American unmanned aerial vehicle, operational since 1995, notable for its use in major conflicts like Iraq and Afghanistan wars.
🇺🇸	MQ-4 Triton	Northrop Grumman	2013	30	American unmanned surveillance aircraft, known for deployments in persistent maritime ISR missions.
🇺🇸	MQ-8 Fire Scout	Northrop Grumman	2002	40	US unmanned helicopter drone, utilized predominantly in reconnaissance and target acquisition in Afghanistan and Libya war zones.
🇺🇸	MQ-9 Reaper	General Atomics	2001	300	American unmanned aerial vehicle, notable for extensive use in Middle East conflicts since the 21st century.
🇫🇷	MS 733 Alcyon	Morane-Saulnier	1949	208	French military trainer, used post World War II, known for missions in Algeria and France's pilot training programs.
🇺🇸	Metroliner	Fairchild Swearingen	1969	600	American-built regional airliner, notable for its use in commercial, cargo and military services during the late 20th century.
🇨🇳	Mi-1 Hare	Mil	1948	2594	Soviet light utility helicopter, extensively used for civilian and military operations during the mid-20th century.
🇨🇳	Mi-14 Haze	Mil	1967	273	Soviet-made amphibious helicopter, known for Cold War-era naval usage, including anti-submarine and anti-ship roles.
🇨🇳	Mi-17 Hip-H	Mil	1975	12000	Soviet transport helicopter, prominently deployed during Afghan War, globally used for cargo, troop transport, and rescue missions.
🇨🇳	Mi-2 Hoplite	Mil	1961	5497	Soviet light utility helicopter, broadly deployed in Eastern Europe, renowned for agricultural, rescue and military tasks since the 1960s.
🇨🇳	Mi-24 Hind	Mil	1969	2648	Soviet attack helicopter, renowned for Cold War use, predominantly deployed for airborne assault, close combat, and anti-armour roles.
🇨🇳	Mi-26 Halo	Mil	1977	316	Soviet heavy transport helicopter, frequently utilized for cargo and troop transport, infamous for Chernobyl disaster relief mission.
🇨🇳	Mi-28 Havoc	Mil	1982	126	Russian attack helicopter, noted for operations in Chechnya, Syria, and Iraq, purposed for anti-armor, anti-aircraft, and combat roles.
🇨🇳	Mi-34 Hermit	Mil	1986	27	Russian light utility helicopter, operational in training and civilian applications since the late 20th century.
🇷🇺	Mi-38	Kazan	2003	13	Russian multi-purpose helicopter, developed in the early 21st century, primarily used for passenger and cargo transport tasks.
🇨🇳	Mi-8 Hip	Mil	1961	17000	Soviet multipurpose helicopter, prevalent during the Cold War, extensively utilized for transport, combat and humanitarian operations globally.
🇨🇳	MiG-15 Fagot	Mikoyan-Gurevitch	1947	17310	Soviet jet fighter-bomber, famous for its role in the Korean War, widely deployed for air superiority and interception missions.
🇨🇳	MiG-17 Fresco	Mikoyan-Gurevitch	1950	10649	Soviet jet fighter, renowned for significant roles during the Vietnam War, utilized for interception and ground-attack missions.
🇨🇳	MiG-19 Farmer	Mikoyan-Gurevitch	1953	2172	Soviet fighter jet, operational during the Cold War, notably used in various conflicts like the Vietnam and Indo-Pakistan Wars.