Air Forces comparison: 
Bulgaria vs 
Lithuania
Bulgaria's air force fields 79 active aircraft — 7.2:1 Lithuania's 11.
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Key figures as of 2026
| Bulgaria | Lithuania | Ratio | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official name | Bulgarian Air Force | Lithuanian Air Force | |
| Active aircraft | 79 | 11 | 🇧🇬 7.2× |
| Aircraft on order | 8 | 2 | 🇧🇬 4.0× |
| Combat aircraft | 27 | 0 | 🇧🇬 |
| Combat share of fleet | 34.2 % | 0.0 % | 🇧🇬 |
| Aircraft types in service | 16 | 5 | 🇧🇬 3.2× |
| Main supplier | Ex-USSR · 33 % | Italy · 27 % |
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| Helicopters | 29 | 6 | 🇧🇬 4.8× |
| Transport aircraft | 7 | 5 | 🇧🇬 1.4× |
| Trainers | 16 | 0 | 🇧🇬 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has more military aircraft, Bulgaria or Lithuania?
Bulgaria has more military aircraft with 79 active aircraft compared to Lithuania's 11, a difference of 68 aircraft.
Which air force has more combat aircraft, Bulgaria or Lithuania?
Bulgaria has more combat aircraft with 27 fighters and attack aircraft compared to Lithuania's 0.
Which country has more military helicopters, Bulgaria or Lithuania?
Bulgaria operates more military helicopters with 29 compared to Lithuania's 6.
Which air force has more transport aircraft, Bulgaria or Lithuania?
Bulgaria has more transport aircraft with 7 compared to Lithuania's 5.
Which country has more aircraft on order, Bulgaria or Lithuania?
Bulgaria has 8 aircraft on order compared to Lithuania's 2.