Also known as
Iran Air Force, Iranian Air Force, IRIAF
The IRIAF is the aviation branch of Iran's armed forces, responsible for aerial defense and air operations. Known for operating a mixed fleet of domestically developed and foreign-acquired aircraft, representing one of the largest air forces in the Middle East. Recently, IRIAF bases and infrastructure have sustained repeated Israeli strikes targeting aircraft and military facilities. Last updated Jul 7th, 2026
Units & sub-organizations
Amir KhatamiMilitary Commander Aziz NasirzadehMilitary Commander
The remains of Iranian Brig. Gen. Majid Kazemi will be returned within hours after being located, Iran's Air Force says. His Su-24MK was downed by Qatari F-15QAs on March 2 during an attempted attack on Al Udeid Air Base. Three more Su-24MK pilots remain missing.
The IDF says it carried out a large-scale strike on Tehran airports, targeting dozens of Iranian Air Force and Revolutionary Guards aircraft, including planes and helicopters, as well as military infrastructure.
Attacks hit Behram, Mehrabad, and Azmaysh airports, further degrading Iran’s aerial capabilities, the military says.
