Air Forces comparison: 
Austria vs 
Bulgaria
Austria operates 89 active military aircraft vs 79 for Bulgaria.
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Key figures as of 2026
| Austria | Bulgaria | Ratio | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official name | Austrian Air Force | Bulgarian Air Force | |
| Active aircraft | 89 | 79 | 🇦🇹 1.1× |
| Aircraft on order | 56 | 8 | 🇦🇹 7.0× |
| Combat aircraft | 15 | 27 | 🇧🇬 1.8× |
| Combat share of fleet | 16.9 % | 34.2 % | 🇧🇬 2.0× |
| Aircraft types in service | 8 | 16 | 🇧🇬 2.0× |
| Main supplier | United States · 48 % | Ex-USSR · 33 % |
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| Helicopters | 41 | 29 | 🇦🇹 1.4× |
| Transport aircraft | 10 | 7 | 🇦🇹 1.4× |
| Trainers | 23 | 16 | 🇦🇹 1.4× |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has more military aircraft, Austria or Bulgaria?
Austria has more military aircraft with 89 active aircraft compared to Bulgaria's 79, a difference of 10 aircraft.
Which air force has more combat aircraft, Austria or Bulgaria?
Bulgaria has more combat aircraft with 27 fighters and attack aircraft compared to Austria's 15.
Which country has more military helicopters, Austria or Bulgaria?
Austria operates more military helicopters with 41 compared to Bulgaria's 29.
Which air force has more transport aircraft, Austria or Bulgaria?
Austria has more transport aircraft with 10 compared to Bulgaria's 7.
Which country has more aircraft on order, Austria or Bulgaria?
Austria has 56 aircraft on order compared to Bulgaria's 8.