Air Forces comparison: 
Syria vs 
Yemen
Yemen's air force fields 134 active aircraft — 12:1 Syria's 11.
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Key figures as of 2026
| Syria | Yemen | Ratio | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official name | Syrian Arab Air Force | Yemeni Air Force | |
| Active aircraft | 11 | 134 | 🇾🇪 12× |
| Combat aircraft | 2 | 69 | 🇾🇪 34× |
| Combat share of fleet | 18.2 % | 51.5 % | 🇾🇪 2.8× |
| Aircraft types in service | 5 | 13 | 🇾🇪 2.6× |
| Main supplier | Ex-USSR · 55 % | Ex-USSR · 62 % |
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| Helicopters | 6 | 34 | 🇾🇪 5.7× |
| Transport aircraft | 0 | 3 | 🇾🇪 |
| Trainers | 3 | 28 | 🇾🇪 9.3× |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has more military aircraft, Syria or Yemen?
Yemen has more military aircraft with 134 active aircraft compared to Syria's 11, a difference of 123 aircraft.
Which air force has more combat aircraft, Syria or Yemen?
Yemen has more combat aircraft with 69 fighters and attack aircraft compared to Syria's 2.
Which country has more military helicopters, Syria or Yemen?
Yemen operates more military helicopters with 34 compared to Syria's 6.
Which air force has more transport aircraft, Syria or Yemen?
Yemen has more transport aircraft with 3 compared to Syria's 0.
How do the Syria and Yemen air forces compare in size?
Yemen's air force is 12.2 times larger than Syria's in terms of total active aircraft (134 vs 11).