Aircraft Carriers by Country
Overview
Aircraft carriers are the ultimate symbol of naval power projection, serving as mobile airbases that can deploy air power anywhere in the world’s oceans. Only a select few nations operate these complex and expensive vessels. This ranking tracks both fleet carriers and light carriers, including helicopter carriers with fixed-wing capability.
🇺🇸 United States
Leading Country
8
Countries
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| # | Country | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 🇺🇸 United States | 11 | |
| 2 | 🇨🇳 China | 3 | |
| 3 | 🇮🇳 India | 2 | |
| 4 | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | 2 | |
| 5 | 🇮🇹 Italy | 1 | |
| 6 | 🇮🇷 Iran | 1 | |
| 7 | 🇫🇷 France | 1 | |
| 8 | 🇪🇸 Spain | 1 |