Albanian Air Force

The Albania Air Force, officially known as the Forca Ajrore e Republikës së Shqipërisë (FARSh), is the aerial warfare branch of the Albanian Armed Forces. Established on April 24, 1951, it is responsible for defending Albanian airspace and supporting ground forces during military operations. The Air Force operates under the Ministry of Defense and has its headquarters in Tirana. The primary mission of the Albania Air Force is to maintain the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Albania. It achieves this through a fleet of aircraft, which includes fighter jets, attack helicopters, transport planes, and surveillance drones. The Air Force has undergone several modernization efforts over the years to enhance its capabilities and effectiveness. Additionally, it participates in joint military exercises and collaborations with NATO and other allied nations for improved interoperability. The Albania Air Force plays a crucial role in ensuring the nation's security and contributes to regional stability.

Key facts

Official Name	Albanian Air Force
Local Name	Forcat Ajrore Shqiptare
Country	🇦🇱 Albania
World rank	#121
Active aircrafts	19 (as of 2024)
Aircrafts on order	0
Roundel

Number of active aircrafts by type

Aircraft type	Active
Helicopters	19

Aircrafts most used by Albanian air forces

Aircraft	Active	Type
206 JetRanger	5	American light helicopter, well known for civilian, military, emergency medical services, and offshore oil support roles since the 1960s.
Bo 105	4	German light, twin-engine helicopter, known for its use in emergency medical services and military operations worldwide since the 1970s.
H215M / AS532 Cougar	4	French utility helicopter, notable for search and rescue missions, extensively utilized in military and civilian sectors since the 1970s.
UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"	3	American utility helicopter, essential in the Vietnam War, extensively employed for medevac, transport, and combat operations.
H145M / EC645	2	German utility helicopter, recognized for military application and primarily used for search and rescue, medical evacuation, and troop transportation.
AW109	1	Italian multipurpose helicopter, notable for its use in law enforcement, air ambulance and military roles since the late 1970s.

Full inventory in 2024