Air Forces comparison: 
Iran vs 
Yemen
Force Profile
| Iran | Yemen | |
|---|---|---|
| Official name | Islamic Republic of Iran Air Force | Yemeni Air Force |
| Local name | نیروی هوایی ارتش جمهوری اسلامی ایران (Nīrvī-ye Havāyī-ye Arteš-e Jomhūrī-ye Eslāmī-ye Īrān) | القوات الجوية والدفاع الجوي اليمنية (Al Quwwat al Jawwiya wal Difa’a al Jawwi al Yamaniya) |
| Active aircraft | 636 (2026) | 156 (2026) |
| Aircraft on order | — | — |
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Aircraft Types Radar Comparison
Aircraft by Type
🇮🇷 Iranas of 2026
🇾🇪 Yemenas of 2026
Fleet Evolution
🇮🇷 Iran
🇾🇪 Yemen
Overview
Iran's air force fields 636 active aircraft — 4.1x Yemen's 156.
The breakdown includes 295 vs 75 combat aircraft, 160 vs 40 helicopters, 81 vs 13 transport aircraft, 88 vs 28 trainers (Iran vs Yemen).
The Iran air force is officially the Islamic Republic of Iran Air Force.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has more military aircraft, Iran or Yemen?
Iran has more military aircraft with 636 active aircraft compared to Yemen's 156, a difference of 480 aircraft.
Which air force has more combat aircraft, Iran or Yemen?
Iran has more combat aircraft with 295 fighters and attack aircraft compared to Yemen's 75.
Which country has more military helicopters, Iran or Yemen?
Iran operates more military helicopters with 160 compared to Yemen's 40.
Which air force has more transport aircraft, Iran or Yemen?
Iran has more transport aircraft with 81 compared to Yemen's 13.
How do the Iran and Yemen air forces compare in size?
Iran's air force is 6.2 times larger than Yemen's in terms of total active aircraft (81 vs 13).