By- Naiteek Bhatt
Fighter jets are the backbone of any modern air force, crucial for air Defence, offensive capabilities, and maintaining control of the skies
We look at 7 countries that have the most fighter aircraft, according to the Global Firepower 2024 report
The United States of America has the most number of fighter aircraft in the world with a total of 1,854 jets
China has 1,207 fighter aircraft, according to the Global Firepower 2024 report
Russia stands at number 3 with 809 fighter aircraft
India holds the Fourth position, as reported by Global Firepower with 606 aircraft
North Korea ranked fifth on the list with 440 fighter jets
Pakistan stands at number six with 387 fighter aircraft
South Korea is on number 7 with 354 fighter aircraft