Air Forces comparison: 
Bahrain vs 
Syria
Bahrain's air force fields 140 active aircraft — 13:1 Syria's 11.
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Key figures as of 2026
| Bahrain | Syria | Ratio | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official name | Royal Bahraini Air Force | Syrian Arab Air Force | |
| Active aircraft | 140 | 11 | 🇧🇭 13× |
| Combat aircraft | 48 | 2 | 🇧🇭 24× |
| Combat share of fleet | 34.3 % | 18.2 % | 🇧🇭 1.9× |
| Aircraft types in service | 13 | 5 | 🇧🇭 2.6× |
| Main supplier | United States · 89 % | Ex-USSR · 55 % |
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| Helicopters | 80 | 6 | 🇧🇭 13× |
| Transport aircraft | 3 | 0 | 🇧🇭 |
| Trainers | 9 | 3 | 🇧🇭 3.0× |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has more military aircraft, Bahrain or Syria?
Bahrain has more military aircraft with 140 active aircraft compared to Syria's 11, a difference of 129 aircraft.
Which air force has more combat aircraft, Bahrain or Syria?
Bahrain has more combat aircraft with 48 fighters and attack aircraft compared to Syria's 2.
Which country has more military helicopters, Bahrain or Syria?
Bahrain operates more military helicopters with 80 compared to Syria's 6.
Which air force has more transport aircraft, Bahrain or Syria?
Bahrain has more transport aircraft with 3 compared to Syria's 0.
How do the Bahrain and Syria air forces compare in size?
Bahrain's air force is 12.7 times larger than Syria's in terms of total active aircraft (140 vs 11).