Air Forces comparison: Russia vs Turkey

Russian Air Force 🇷🇺

Official Name Russian Air Force
Local Name Военно-воздушные cилы (Voenno-vozdushnye sily)
Active aircraft0 as of 2026
Aircraft on order0
Roundel

Roundel of Russia air force

Turkish Air Force 🇹🇷

Official Name Turkish Air Force
Local Name Hava Kuvvetleri
Active aircraft1067 as of 2026
Aircraft on order203
Roundel

Roundel of Turkey air force

Russian aircraft by type

Aircraft type Active
Combat Combat 0
Bomber Bomber 0
Helicopter Helicopter 0
Training Training 0
Transport Transport 0
UAV UAV 0
Other Other 0

Turkish aircraft by type

Aircraft type Active
Combat Combat 299
Bomber Bomber 0
Helicopter Helicopter 458
Training Training 201
Transport Transport 90
UAV UAV 0
Other Other 19

Evolution of Russian Air Force fleet

Evolution of Turkish Air Force fleet

Aircraft Types Radar Comparison

Frequently Asked Questions

Which country has more military aircraft, Russia or Turkey?
Turkey has more military aircraft with 1,067 active aircraft compared to Russia's 0, a difference of 1,067 aircraft.
Which air force has more combat aircraft, Russia or Turkey?
Turkey has more combat aircraft with 299 fighters and attack aircraft compared to Russia's 0.
Which country has more military helicopters, Russia or Turkey?
Turkey operates more military helicopters with 458 compared to Russia's 0.
Which air force has more transport aircraft, Russia or Turkey?
Turkey has more transport aircraft with 90 compared to Russia's 0.
Which country has more aircraft on order, Russia or Turkey?
Turkey has 203 aircraft on order compared to Russia's 0.