National Aviation Market Profile
Afghanistan Commercial Airline Fleet
In-depth fleet surveillance and commercial carrier market breakdown for Afghanistan. Analyze operational fleet sizes, aircraft storage ratios, active airlines, and historical aviation lineages as of 2026-09-17.
Total Fleet: 14 Airframes Active in Service: 14 Stored / Parked: 0 Active Airlines: 2 Carriers Avg Fleet Age: 11.2 yrs
Afghanistan Fleet Intelligence Summary
- Afghanistan operates 14 observed commercial aircraft across 2 active airlines.
- Active flight rotation comprises 14 airframes, with 0 aircraft currently in storage or maintenance reserve.
- National commercial airline fleet maintains an average airframe age of 11.2 years.
- Historical lineage includes 1 defunct, merged, or predecessor commercial airlines.
Active Commercial Airlines in Afghanistan
| Airline Name | IATA / ICAO | Total Fleet | Active | Stored | Avg Age | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kam Air | RQ / KMF | 9 | 9 | 0 | 11.2 yrs | Fleet Profile → |
| Ariana Afghan Airlines | FG / AFG | 5 | 5 | 0 | 11.2 yrs | Fleet Profile → |
Historical & Defunct Airlines of Afghanistan
| Airline Name | IATA / ICAO | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balkh Airlines | -- / BHI | DEFUNCT | Historical Lineage → |
Frequently Asked Questions About Afghanistan Aviation
How many commercial airliners are registered or operated in Afghanistan?
As of Thursday, September 17, 2026, our telemetry tracks 14 commercial airframes associated with carriers based in Afghanistan, with 14 active in scheduled flight service.
Which airlines are the largest operators in Afghanistan?
The largest commercial operators in Afghanistan include Kam Air (9 aircraft), Ariana Afghan Airlines (5 aircraft).
What is the average age of commercial aircraft in Afghanistan?
The fleet-wide average airframe age for active commercial airlines in Afghanistan is 11.2 years.