Air Forces comparison: 
Iran vs 
Oman
Force Profile
| Iran | Oman | |
|---|---|---|
| Official name | Islamic Republic of Iran Air Force | Royal Air Force of Oman |
| Local name | نیروی هوایی ارتش جمهوری اسلامی ایران (Nīrvī-ye Havāyī-ye Arteš-e Jomhūrī-ye Eslāmī-ye Īrān) | القوات الجوية السلطانية العمانية (Al Quwwat al Jawwiya as Sultaniyya al 'Omaniya) |
| Active aircraft | 636 (2026) | 126 (2026) |
| Aircraft on order | — | — |
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Aircraft Types Radar Comparison
Aircraft by Type
🇮🇷 Iranas of 2026
🇴🇲 Omanas of 2026
Fleet Evolution
🇮🇷 Iran
🇴🇲 Oman
Overview
Iran's air force fields 636 active aircraft — 5.0:1 Oman's 126.
The breakdown includes 295 vs 35 combat aircraft, 160 vs 40 helicopters, 81 vs 9 transport aircraft, 88 vs 42 trainers (Iran vs Oman).
The Iran air force is officially the Islamic Republic of Iran Air Force, while Oman's is the Royal Air Force of Oman.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has more military aircraft, Iran or Oman?
Iran has more military aircraft with 636 active aircraft compared to Oman's 126, a difference of 510 aircraft.
Which air force has more combat aircraft, Iran or Oman?
Iran has more combat aircraft with 295 fighters and attack aircraft compared to Oman's 35.
Which country has more military helicopters, Iran or Oman?
Iran operates more military helicopters with 160 compared to Oman's 40.
Which air force has more transport aircraft, Iran or Oman?
Iran has more transport aircraft with 81 compared to Oman's 9.
How do the Iran and Oman air forces compare in size?
Iran's air force is 9.0 times larger than Oman's in terms of total active aircraft (81 vs 9).