Air Forces comparison: Australia vs Canada
Overview
Australia operates 355 active military aircraft vs 355 for Canada.
The breakdown includes 108 vs 92 combat aircraft, 95 vs 146 helicopters, 61 vs 46 transport aircraft, 79 vs 40 trainers (Australia vs Canada). Australia has 113 aircraft on order vs 191 for Canada.
The Australia air force is officially the Royal Australian Air Force, while Canada's is the Royal Canadian Air Force.
Royal Australian Air Force 🇦🇺
| Official Name | Royal Australian Air Force |
| Active aircraft | 355 as of 2026 |
| Aircraft on order | 113 |
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Royal Canadian Air Force 🇨🇦
| Official Name | Royal Canadian Air Force |
| Active aircraft | 355 as of 2026 |
| Aircraft on order | 191 |
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Australian aircraft by type
| Aircraft type | Active | |
|---|---|---|
Combat
|
108 | |
Bomber
|
0 | |
Helicopter
|
95 | |
Training
|
79 | |
Transport
|
61 | |
Other
|
12 | |
Canadian aircraft by type
| Aircraft type | Active | |
|---|---|---|
|
Combat
|
92 | |
|
Bomber
|
0 | |
|
Helicopter
|
146 | |
|
Training
|
40 | |
|
Transport
|
46 | |
|
Other
|
31 | |
Evolution of Australian Air Force fleet
Evolution of Canadian Air Force fleet
Aircraft Types Radar Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has more military aircraft, Australia or Canada?
Canada has more military aircraft with 355 active aircraft compared to Australia's 355, a difference of 0 aircraft.
Which air force has more combat aircraft, Australia or Canada?
Australia has more combat aircraft with 108 fighters and attack aircraft compared to Canada's 92.
Which country has more military helicopters, Australia or Canada?
Canada operates more military helicopters with 146 compared to Australia's 95.
Which air force has more transport aircraft, Australia or Canada?
Australia has more transport aircraft with 61 compared to Canada's 46.
Which country has more aircraft on order, Australia or Canada?
Canada has 191 aircraft on order compared to Australia's 113.