German Air Force 2025 | Luftwaffe Aircraft Fleet

The German Air Force (Luftwaffe) is the aerial warfare branch of the Bundeswehr (German Armed Forces), responsible for defending Germany’s airspace, supporting NATO operations, and conducting reconnaissance, transport, and air defense missions. Officially founded in 1956, the modern Luftwaffe continues the legacy of Germany’s long aviation history, now focused on defense and international cooperation. Headquartered in Berlin-Gatow, the Luftwaffe operates from key bases such as Taktisches Luftwaffengeschwader 31 (Nörvenich) and Luftwaffengeschwader 74 (Neuburg). Its fleet includes Eurofighter Typhoon multirole fighters, Tornado IDS/ECR strike aircraft, A400M Atlas transports, and various support and training aircraft.