Air Forces comparison: 
Ireland vs 
Latvia
Ireland's air force fields 26 active aircraft — 3.7:1 Latvia's 7.
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Key figures as of 2026
| Ireland | Latvia | Ratio | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official name | Irish Air Corps | Latvian Air Force | |
| Active aircraft | 26 | 7 | 🇮🇪 3.7× |
| Aircraft on order | 6 | 1 | 🇮🇪 6.0× |
| Combat aircraft | 0 | 0 | — |
| Combat share of fleet | 0.0 % | 0.0 % | — |
| Aircraft types in service | 6 | 2 | 🇮🇪 3.0× |
| Main supplier | Switzerland · 46 % | Ex-USSR · 57 % |
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| Helicopters | 10 | 3 | 🇮🇪 3.3× |
| Transport aircraft | 8 | 4 | 🇮🇪 2.0× |
| Trainers | 8 | 0 | 🇮🇪 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has more military aircraft, Ireland or Latvia?
Ireland has more military aircraft with 26 active aircraft compared to Latvia's 7, a difference of 19 aircraft.
Which country has more military helicopters, Ireland or Latvia?
Ireland operates more military helicopters with 10 compared to Latvia's 3.
Which air force has more transport aircraft, Ireland or Latvia?
Ireland has more transport aircraft with 8 compared to Latvia's 4.
How do the Ireland and Latvia air forces compare in size?
Ireland's air force is 3.7 times larger than Latvia's in terms of total active aircraft (26 vs 7).
Which country has more aircraft on order, Ireland or Latvia?
Ireland has 6 aircraft on order compared to Latvia's 1.