Air Forces comparison: 
Denmark vs 
Ireland
Denmark's air force fields 94 active aircraft — 3.6:1 Ireland's 26.
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Key figures as of 2026
| Denmark | Ireland | Ratio | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official name | Royal Danish Air Force | Irish Air Corps | |
| Active aircraft | 94 | 26 | 🇩🇰 3.6× |
| Aircraft on order | 20 | 6 | 🇩🇰 3.3× |
| Combat aircraft | 27 | 0 | 🇩🇰 |
| Combat share of fleet | 28.7 % | 0.0 % | 🇩🇰 |
| Aircraft types in service | 7 | 6 | 🇩🇰 1.2× |
| Main supplier | United States · 43 % | Switzerland · 46 % |
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| Helicopters | 34 | 10 | 🇩🇰 3.4× |
| Transport aircraft | 8 | 8 | — |
| Trainers | 25 | 8 | 🇩🇰 3.1× |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has more military aircraft, Denmark or Ireland?
Denmark has more military aircraft with 94 active aircraft compared to Ireland's 26, a difference of 68 aircraft.
Which air force has more combat aircraft, Denmark or Ireland?
Denmark has more combat aircraft with 27 fighters and attack aircraft compared to Ireland's 0.
Which country has more military helicopters, Denmark or Ireland?
Denmark operates more military helicopters with 34 compared to Ireland's 10.
Which air force has more transport aircraft, Denmark or Ireland?
Denmark and Ireland both have 8 transport aircraft.
How do the Denmark and Ireland air forces compare in size?
Denmark's air force is 3.6 times larger than Ireland's in terms of total active aircraft (94 vs 26).
Which country has more aircraft on order, Denmark or Ireland?
Denmark has 20 aircraft on order compared to Ireland's 6.