Air Forces comparison: Yemen vs Zambia

Yemen operates 156 active military aircraft vs 80 for Zambia. The breakdown includes 75 vs 15 combat aircraft, 40 vs 33 helicopters, 13 vs 13 transport aircraft, 28 vs 19 trainers (Yemen vs Zambia).

Yemeni Air Force 🇾🇪

Official Name Yemeni Air Force
Local Name القوات الجوية والدفاع الجوي اليمنية (Al Quwwat al Jawwiya wal Difa’a al Jawwi al Yamaniya)
Active aircraft 156 as of 2026
Aircraft on order0
Roundel

Roundel of Yemen air force

Zambian Air Force 🇿🇲

Official Name Zambian Air Force
Local Name Zambian Air Force
Active aircraft 80 as of 2026
Aircraft on order0
Roundel

Roundel of Zambia air force

Yemeni aircraft by type

Aircraft type Active
Combat Combat 75
Bomber Bomber 0
Helicopter Helicopter 40
Training Training 28
Transport Transport 13
Other Other 0

Zambian aircraft by type

Aircraft type Active
Combat Combat 15
Bomber Bomber 0
Helicopter Helicopter 33
Training Training 19
Transport Transport 13
Other Other 0

Evolution of Yemeni Air Force fleet

Evolution of Zambian Air Force fleet

Aircraft Types Radar Comparison

Frequently Asked Questions

Which country has more military aircraft, Yemen or Zambia?
Yemen has more military aircraft with 156 active aircraft compared to Zambia's 80, a difference of 76 aircraft.
Which air force has more combat aircraft, Yemen or Zambia?
Yemen has more combat aircraft with 75 fighters and attack aircraft compared to Zambia's 15.
Which country has more military helicopters, Yemen or Zambia?
Yemen operates more military helicopters with 40 compared to Zambia's 33.
Which air force has more transport aircraft, Yemen or Zambia?
Zambia has more transport aircraft with 13 compared to Yemen's 13.