IAF ranked world's third-most powerful air force, stays ahead of China for fifth straight year FirstpostIAF ranks 3rd in global airpower, outflanks China for 5th time since 2022; but critical gaps still remain The Times of IndiaGlobal Air Power Rankings: India 6th, US No. 1 Deccan ChronicleUS Army Tops China’s Air Force in WDMMA 2026 Air Power Rankings, Here’s Why it’s Placed Over PLAAF EurAsian TimesGlobal Air Powers Ranking 2026: United States Air Force tops list, Indian Air Force at No. 6 The Indian Express
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IAF ranked world's third-most powerful air force, stays ahead of China for fifth straight year FirstpostIAF ranks 3rd in global airpower, outflanks China for 5th time since 2022; but critical gaps still remain The Times of IndiaGlobal Air Power Rankings: India 6th, US No. 1 Deccan ChronicleUS Army Tops China’s Air Force in WDMMA 2026 Air Power Rankings, Here’s Why it’s Placed Over PLAAF EurAsian TimesGlobal Air Powers Ranking 2026: United States Air Force tops list, Indian Air Force at No. 6 The Indian Express
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IAF ranked world's third-most powerful air force, stays ahead of China for fifth straight year FirstpostIAF ranks 3rd in global airpower, outflanks China for 5th time since 2022; but critical gaps…
