Military Aircrafts

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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.

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Country	Model	Manufacturer	Year	Produced	Description
🇦🇺	GA8 Airvan	GippsAero	1995	250	Australian light utility aircraft, introduced in 2000, known for roles in humanitarian work, medical evacuations, and passenger transport.
🇦🇺	Nomad	GAF	1971	172	Australian utility aircraft, renowned for its versatile, multi-purpose usage in civilian and military applications.
🇧🇷	C-390 Millennium	Embraer	2015	9	Brazilian military transport jet, invaluable for its role in logistical support, known for extensive service in the Brazilian Air Force.
🇧🇷	EMB 110	Embraer	1972	503	Brazilian regional airliner, developed in the late 1960s, widely used for regional air service and military transport worldwide.
🇧🇷	EMB 120 Brasilia	Embraer	1979	357	Brazilian regional airliner, developed during the 1980s, known for its service with airlines for short-haul flights and military deployments.
🇧🇷	ERJ 135	Embraer	1998	1231	Brazilian regional jet, known for worldwide commercial and military usage since the late 20th century.
🇧🇷	KC-390	Embraer	2015	9	Brazilian tactical transport aircraft known for its operational efficacy in search and rescue, cargo transportation, and aerial refueling missions.
🇧🇷	Phenom 100	Embraer	2007	401	Brazilian light jet, modern era, used extensively in executive charter and air-taxi services.
🇨🇦	BD-700 Global Express	Bombardier	1996	816	Canadian long-range business jet, developed in the 1990s, renowned for corporate and VIP transport globally.
🇨🇦	CL-600 Challenger	Bombardier	1978	1066	Canadian business jet, introduced in the 1980s, extensively deployed for VIP and corporate travel worldwide.
🇨🇦	CL-415 Super Scooper	Viking Air	1993	95	Canadian amphibious aircraft, significant in firefighting operations globally, developed in the late 20th century.
🇨🇦	DHC-5 Buffalo	De Havilland Canada	1964	122	Canadian tactical transport aircraft, primarily utilized during the 1960s, notably deployed for civilian and military air-drop operations.
🇨🇦	DHC-6 Twin Otter	De Havilland Canada	1965	985	Canadian utility aircraft, vital in civil and military operations worldwide since the 1960s, famous for its STOL capabilities.
🇨🇦	DHC-7 Dash 7	De Havilland Canada	1975	113	Canadian regional airliner, dominant in the 1980s, known for its STOL capabilities and extensive usage in challenging terrains.
🇨🇦	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.
🇨🇭	PC-12 Eagle	Pilatus	1991	2000	Swiss turboprop passenger and cargo aircraft, distinguished by worldwide operational history, notably in charter, regional, and utility roles.
🇨🇭	PC-6 Porter	Pilatus	1959	604	Swiss light utility aircraft, renowned for its versatility and ruggedness, extensively utilized in remote areas for cargo transport and search and rescue missions.
🇨🇳	Y-12	Harbin	1982	71	Chinese twin-engine light utility aircraft, recognized from its 1980s development, frequently used for passenger and cargo transportation.
🇨🇳	Y-20	Xian	2013	58	Chinese strategic airlifter, most notable in the modern period, deployed for regional transportation and military logistics.
🇨🇿	L-410	Let	1969	1200	Czech twin-engine short-range transport aircraft, deployed internationally since the 70s, used in both civil and military operations.
🇩🇪 🇫🇷	C-160 Transall	Transall	1963	214	German-French transport plane, employed globally since the Cold War, essential for humanitarian aid, military logistical support, and troop transport.
🇩🇪	Do 128	Dornier	1980	11	German utility aircraft, employed mainly for environmental research and maritime patrol during the late 20th century.
🇩🇪	Do 228	Dornier	1981	370	German utility-transport aircraft, mainly used for regional air services and maritime surveillance since the 1980s.
🇩🇪	Do 328	Dornier	1991	217	German regional jet and turboprop airliner, prominent in the 1990s, extensively utilized for commercial and military transport.
🇪🇸	C-212 Aviocar	CASA	1971	483	Spanish light transport plane, renowned for its versatility, extensively used for surveillance, rescue, and paratrooping missions since the 1970s.
🇪🇸 🇮🇩	C-295 Persuader	Airbus	1997	209	Spanish tactical military transport aircraft, utilized globally in maritime patrol, surveillance, and humanitarian relief missions since the late 20th century.
🇪🇸 🇮🇩	CN-235	CASA	1983	354	Spanish-Indonesian transport aircraft, widespread use in the civil sector, military services, and humanitarian aid, developed during the late 20th century.
🇪🇺	A319 CJ	Airbus	1995	1499	European corporate jet, globally utilized since the late 1990s, renowned for its passenger comfort and operational versatility.
🇪🇺	A321	Airbus	1987	2917	European narrow-body commercial passenger jet, recognized for global use since 1990s, employed extensively by major airlines.
🇪🇺	A330	Airbus	1992	1577	European wide-body twin-engine jet airliner, recognized for extensive global service since the early 1990s, including both civilian and military roles.
🇪🇺	A400M Atlas	Airbus	2009	112	European military transport aircraft, notable for strategic deployments in operations worldwide since the 2000s.
🇫🇷 🇮🇹	ATR-42	ATR	1984	497	French-Italian regional airliner, noteworthy for operations throughout 1980s-2000s with more than 100 operators worldwide.
🇫🇷 🇮🇹	ATR-72	ATR	1988	1000	French-Italian regional turboprop, notable for its extensive use in civil and commercial aviation since the late 1980s.
🇩🇪 🇫🇷	C-160 Transall	Transall	1963	214	German-French transport plane, employed globally since the Cold War, essential for humanitarian aid, military logistical support, and troop transport.
🇫🇷	F406 Caravan II	Reims-Cessna	1983	99	French civilian utility aircraft, operational since the 1980s, frequently used for surveillance, cargo transport, and passenger services.
🇫🇷	Falcon 10	Dassault	1970	226	French light business jet, known for corporate transportation from the late 20th century, with wide usage worldwide.
🇫🇷	Falcon 20	Dassault	1963	512	French business jet, recognized for widespread use in civil, military, and astronaut training roles since the mid-20th century.
🇫🇷	Falcon 2000	Dassault	1993	675	French business jet, launched in the late 20th century, extensively used for private and business aviation worldwide.
🇫🇷	Falcon 50	Dassault	1976	352	French maritime surveillance jet, noteworthy for transcontinental capacity, extensively deployed for government, business, and emergency medical services.
🇫🇷	Falcon 8X	Dassault	2015	289	French business jet, recognizable for its long-range capabilities, extensively applied in private, corporate, and air force transport duties.
🇬🇧	BN-2B Defender	Britten-Norman	1965	1280	British light-utility aircraft, notably deployed for surveillance, logistical operations, and transport duties in various global regions.
🇬🇧	HS 748	Hawker Siddeley	1960	380	British regional airliner, operational during the mid-20th century, widely deployed in civil aviation and military air transport services.
🇬🇧	Jetstream 31	British Aerospace	1980	386	British regional airliner, widely used during the 1980s and 90s, known for versatility in short-haul routes and on smaller airfields.
🇬🇧	Jetstream 41	British Aerospace	1991	100	British regional airliner from the 1990s, notable for its short-haul commercial flights and operations worldwide.
🇬🇧	Short 330	Short Brothers	1974	141	British regional airliner, developed in the late 1970s, notably used in Europe and America for short-haul flights.
🇬🇧	Short 360	Short Brothers	1981	165	British commuter aircraft, recognized for its mid-1980s production, routinely seen for passenger and freight operations globally.
🇬🇧	Skyvan	Short	1963	149	British utility aircraft, prominent during the mid-20th century, extensively utilized for freight, skydiving operations, and military purposes.
🇪🇸 🇮🇩	C-295 Persuader	Airbus	1997	209	Spanish tactical military transport aircraft, utilized globally in maritime patrol, surveillance, and humanitarian relief missions since the late 20th century.
🇪🇸 🇮🇩	CN-235	CASA	1983	354	Spanish-Indonesian transport aircraft, widespread use in the civil sector, military services, and humanitarian aid, developed during the late 20th century.

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