Air Forces comparison: 
United Kingdom vs 
Portugal
Force Profile
| United Kingdom | Portugal | |
|---|---|---|
| Official name | Royal Air Force | Portuguese Air Force |
| Local name | ā | ForƧa AĆ©rea Portuguesa |
| Active aircraft | 640 (2026) | 86 (2026) |
| Aircraft on order | +41 | +3 |
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Aircraft Types Radar Comparison
Aircraft by Type
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Fleet Evolution
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Overview
United Kingdom's air force fields 640 active aircraft ā 7.4x Portugal's 86.
The breakdown includes 151 vs 25 combat aircraft, 259 vs 22 helicopters, 58 vs 23 transport aircraft, 156 vs 11 trainers (United Kingdom vs Portugal). United Kingdom has 41 aircraft on order vs 3 for Portugal.
The United Kingdom air force is officially the Royal Air Force.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has more military aircraft, United Kingdom or Portugal?
United Kingdom has more military aircraft with 640 active aircraft compared to Portugal's 86, a difference of 554 aircraft.
Which air force has more combat aircraft, United Kingdom or Portugal?
United Kingdom has more combat aircraft with 151 fighters and attack aircraft compared to Portugal's 25.
Which country has more military helicopters, United Kingdom or Portugal?
United Kingdom operates more military helicopters with 259 compared to Portugal's 22.
Which air force has more transport aircraft, United Kingdom or Portugal?
United Kingdom has more transport aircraft with 58 compared to Portugal's 23.
How do the United Kingdom and Portugal air forces compare in size?
United Kingdom's air force is 2.5 times larger than Portugal's in terms of total active aircraft (58 vs 23).
Which country has more aircraft on order, United Kingdom or Portugal?
United Kingdom has 41 aircraft on order compared to Portugal's 3.