2026’s Top 10 Army Aviation Fleets: Ranking the World’s Armies by Aircraft
Army aviation often works in the shadows of air forces, yet it delivers crucial tactical support close to the front line. Here are the ten largest army aviation fleets in 2026, based on data compiled by World Population Review. Leading the list, the United States Army fields over 4,300 helicopters and support aircraft, including Black Hawks, Apaches and Chinooks. China follows with nearly 860 rotary-wing platforms, while South Korea ranks third with more than 670 machines adapted to its rugged terrain. From Pakistan’s high-altitude logistics to France’s light aviation deployed overseas, these fleets enable troop transport, medical evacuation, reconnaissance and close air support. Fleet size tells one story, but doctrine, training and readiness ultimately determine battlefield effectiveness.
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