Air Forces comparison: 
Oman vs 
Yemen
Oman operates 126 active military aircraft vs 156 for Yemen.
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Bars: weighted contribution to the AIRS Index (airframes × category weight; combat and bombers by unit price, helicopters by era) · figures: active airframes at each side's latest inventory year · Methodology
Key figures as of 2026
| Oman | Yemen | Ratio | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official name | Royal Air Force of Oman | Yemeni Air Force | |
| Active aircraft | 126 | 156 | 🇾🇪 1.2× |
| Combat aircraft | 35 | 75 | 🇾🇪 2.1× |
| Combat share of fleet | 27.8 % | 48.1 % | 🇾🇪 1.7× |
| Aircraft types in service | 11 | 17 | 🇾🇪 1.5× |
| Main supplier | United Kingdom · 38 % | Ex-USSR · 60 % |
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| Helicopters | 40 | 40 | — |
| Transport aircraft | 9 | 13 | 🇾🇪 1.4× |
| Trainers | 42 | 28 | 🇴🇲 1.5× |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has more military aircraft, Oman or Yemen?
Yemen has more military aircraft with 156 active aircraft compared to Oman's 126, a difference of 30 aircraft.
Which air force has more combat aircraft, Oman or Yemen?
Yemen has more combat aircraft with 75 fighters and attack aircraft compared to Oman's 35.
Which country has more military helicopters, Oman or Yemen?
Yemen operates more military helicopters with 40 compared to Oman's 40.
Which air force has more transport aircraft, Oman or Yemen?
Yemen has more transport aircraft with 13 compared to Oman's 9.