Air Forces comparison: 
Indonesia vs 
Iran
Indonesia operates 467 active military aircraft vs 636 for Iran.
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Bars: weighted contribution to the AIRS Index (airframes × category weight; combat and bombers by unit price, helicopters by era) · figures: active airframes at each side's latest inventory year · Methodology
Key figures as of 2026
| Indonesia | Iran | Ratio | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official name | Indonesian Air Force | Islamic Republic of Iran Air Force | |
| Active aircraft | 467 | 636 | 🇮🇷 1.4× |
| Aircraft on order | 159 | 0 | 🇮🇩 |
| Combat aircraft | 65 | 295 | 🇮🇷 4.5× |
| Combat share of fleet | 13.9 % | 46.4 % | 🇮🇷 3.3× |
| Aircraft types in service | 34 | 36 | 🇮🇷 1.1× |
| Main supplier | United States · 36 % | United States · 52 % |
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| Helicopters | 220 | 160 | 🇮🇩 1.4× |
| Transport aircraft | 90 | 81 | 🇮🇩 1.1× |
| Special-mission aircraft | 1 | 12 | 🇮🇷 12× |
| Trainers | 91 | 88 | 🇮🇩 ≈ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has more military aircraft, Indonesia or Iran?
Iran has more military aircraft with 636 active aircraft compared to Indonesia's 467, a difference of 169 aircraft.
Which air force has more combat aircraft, Indonesia or Iran?
Iran has more combat aircraft with 295 fighters and attack aircraft compared to Indonesia's 65.
Which country has more military helicopters, Indonesia or Iran?
Indonesia operates more military helicopters with 220 compared to Iran's 160.
Which air force has more transport aircraft, Indonesia or Iran?
Indonesia has more transport aircraft with 90 compared to Iran's 81.
Which country has more aircraft on order, Indonesia or Iran?
Indonesia has 159 aircraft on order compared to Iran's 0.