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IAF ranks 3rd in global airpower, outflanks China for 5th time since 2022; key gaps remain

The Indian Air Force secured third place globally in the 2026 WDMMA rankings. This ranking places India's air power ahead of China's People's Liberation Army Air Force. The World Directory of Modern Military Aircraft uses a proprietary True Value Rating system. This system evaluates air forces based on fleet size and composition. India's air force is undergoing modernization and procurement programs to enhance capabilities.

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IAF ranks 3rd in global airpower, outflanks China for 5th time since 2022; key gaps remain
The Indian Air Force secured third place globally in the 2026 WDMMA rankings. This ranking places India's air power ahead of China's People's Liberation Army Air Force. The World Directory of Modern Military Aircraft uses a proprietary True Value Rating system. This system evaluates air forces based on fleet size and composition. India's air force is undergoing modernization and procurement programs to enhance capabilities.
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