The United States Air Force (USAF) operates the largest and most technologically advanced air fleet globally, with 5,004 active aircraft in 2025.
Helicopters
Heli Everest helicopter identified as 9N-AKG faced an emergency landing following a bird strike during its flight from Lukla to Kathmandu.
Leasing services company LCI Aviation has ordered up to six H175 super-medium helicopters from Airbus, valued at over $125m. The deal follows confirmation of a resurgence in super-medium and heavy helicopter activity earlier this month from consultancy Air & Sea Analytics.