# Modern Military Aircraft — Combat Aircraft Encyclopedia

> Digital encyclopedia of over 250 modern military aircraft with detailed specifications. (iPhone/iPad app by Alexandru Angelescu.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/modern-military-aircraft/id1440183813 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Alexandru Angelescu](https://appshunter.io/developer/453558550)
- Category: Reference, Education
- Price: $1.99
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 38 App Store ratings · 13 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 14.1 · 246 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2018-12-18
- Data updated: 2026-08-25
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/modern-military-aircraft/id1440183813/reviews.md

## What is Modern Military Aircraft?

Modern Military Aircraft is a mini encyclopedia of the most important aircraft in service today and the most innovative concepts currently in development.

This pocket compendium app contains over 250 aircraft and lets you explore at a glance:

- the evolution of fighter aircraft, from fast missile platforms (Mirage 2000, F/A-18 Hornet and MiG-31) to stealthy designs (F-22 Raptor or FC-31 Gyrfalcon) and supermanoeuvrable  fighters with thrust vectoring (Su-35 or MiG-35),

- the various directions in attack aircraft design, from stealth concepts (F-117 Nighthawk) to smaller and nimbler airframes (including the Alpha Jet, AMX or Scorpion),

- the future replacement of expensive and complex close air support aircraft (Su-25 Grach and AC-130 Spectre) with cost-effective alternatives (like the AT-6 Wolverine or AT-802L Longsword),

- the advancements in V/STOL technology (as seen in the AV-8B Harrier II and the F-35 Lightning II series), culminating with the arrival of tiltrotors (V-22 Osprey or V-280 Valor),

- the extensive use of dedicated attack helicopters (T129 ATAK, Ka-52 Alligator and AH-1Z Viper), modern multipurpose utility helicopters (AW159 Wildcat, NH90 and the improved UH-1Y Venom) and heavy lift rotorcraft (the CH-53 family),

- the various designs for tactical airlifters (from the classical form of the C-27J Spartan, to the unusual An-72/74 and the unique An-225 Mriya) and aerial refuelling tankers (KC-10 Extender, KC-135 Stratotanker or Il-78),

- the increased number of purpose-built reconnaissance aircraft for AEW&C missions (like the A-50 or the Ka-31) and maritime patrol (CN-235 or P-1),

- the reduction in deployments of large strategic bombers (such as the B-2 Spirit or Tu-22M) in favor of surgical strikes conducted by fighter-bombers (Su-34) and multirole aircraft (F-15E Strike Eagle),

- the continued development of UAVs, from reconnaissance variants (like the Heron or the RQ-170 Sentinel) to combat aircraft (from MQ-1 Predator to MQ-9 Reaper and MQ-20 Avenger),

- the numerous multinational collaborations created to reduce development costs and share technical know-how (as seen with the Typhoon, Tiger/Tigre, C-160, Tornado and A400M Atlas projects),

- the improvements made in trainer aircraft, now capable of supersonic flight and light attack duties (T-50 Golden Eagle or JL-10/L-15 Falcon).

Each aircraft entry contains at least one image, a short text that summarises the aircraft's development and service history and a detailed specifications table offering place of origin and production information, crew, weight and dimensions data, armament details, powerplant and performance figures.

If you have a question, a suggestion or a comment, you can contact me here:
- instagram.com/AlexAngelescuApps
- facebook.com/AlexandruAngelescuApps
- youtube.com/AlexandruAngelescu
- twitter.com/AlxAngApps

## Key features

- Over 250 aircraft profiles
- Detailed specifications
- Aircraft evolution
- Current and conceptual designs
- Images for each aircraft
- Development and service history

## Chart rankings

- #188 in Top Paid · Reference (US App Store)

## Recent user reviews (10 of 13)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/modern-military-aircraft/id1440183813/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Good reference

*2024-04-18*

It’s got every military aircraft common to my area. Just wish my favorites list would remain after an app update.

**Developer response:** Thank you!

### 5/5 — Great reference

*2024-04-10*

Well organized and laid out app for easy reference for military aircraft info.

**Developer response:** Thank you!

### 5/5 — Most Informative and Updated App available

*2023-11-08*

This app is awesome! I’ve used it for over a year now and it’s truly impressive how much time was put into the database. The database is very informative if you’d like to get to the specifications on any vehicle platform. Even with the conflict in eastern Europe the app has been updated consistently to stay update with modern/ developing events. Overall this is THE app for a complete and modern list of vehicles used across the world! 

One possible suggestion to Alexandru Angelescu iOS Apps is to include a randomization feature that pulls a vehicle from each category or each place of origin. This would be a amazing way to view multiple aircraft at once instead of a single aircraft in the slideshow. 

Again this is a amazing app and it’s obvious true time was put into practice!

**Developer response:** Thank you!

### 5/5 — Welcomeing me

*2023-06-04*

App is the best.

**Developer response:** Thank you!

### 3/5 — Great & informative

*2023-05-09*

But where are the pictures for the F-5E? Currently they're blank.

**Developer response:** Have you tried deleting and re-downloading the app? I apologise for the inconvenience. Thank you!

### 5/5 — Another great app!

*2023-04-26*

I’ve written another review about another app made by this guy, and it’s great!! Very useful and handy. Just one thing, the max speed of the MiG 1.44 is incorrectly listed as 2,485 mph, which is way more than it actually could go. Still a great app!!

**Developer response:** The maximum speed is 2,480 km/h (1,541 mph) and the range is 4,000 km (2,485 mi). Thank you!

### 4/5 — Can’t find the F-4 Phantom

*2023-01-29*

Idk maybe I’m just dumb but I can’t find it

**Developer response:** The aircraft has been added in update 1.2. Thank you!

### 5/5 — Amazing but one

*2020-10-29*

On the RQ-170 I found loads of information about it on Wikipedia if you search RQ-170 you will find the information I’m talking about. It’s really good and I hope you lower your prices so I can buy more of your apps to learn more educational facts.

**Developer response:** Thank you!

### 4/5 — Needs update

*2020-07-27*

It’s pretty good overall just need to update

**Developer response:** Thank you!

### 5/5 — Great App

*2020-07-27*

Has lots of planes/helicopters and gives a great amount of info for each.

**Developer response:** Thank you!

## Frequently asked questions about Modern Military Aircraft

### What is Modern Military Aircraft?

Modern Military Aircraft is a digital encyclopedia containing profiles and detailed specifications for over 250 modern military aircraft, covering both current service models and innovative concepts.

### How many aircraft are included in Modern Military Aircraft?

The app features profiles for over 250 different military aircraft, providing a wide range of information for enthusiasts.

### What kind of information does Modern Military Aircraft provide for each aircraft?

Each aircraft entry includes at least one image, a summary of its development and service history, and a detailed specifications table covering origin, production, crew, dimensions, armament, powerplant, and performance.

### Is Modern Military Aircraft available on Android?

Based on the provided data, Modern Military Aircraft is supported on iPhone and iPad, indicating it is likely an iOS-exclusive application.

### What is the price of Modern Military Aircraft?

Modern Military Aircraft is a paid application, with a price of $1.99.

### How often is Modern Military Aircraft updated?

The app was last updated on December 16, 2025, suggesting a recent update. The initial release date was December 18, 2018.

### What is the age rating for Modern Military Aircraft?

Modern Military Aircraft has an age rating of 12+, making it suitable for users aged 12 and older.

### Does Modern Military Aircraft have ads?

No, Modern Military Aircraft does not contain advertisements, providing an uninterrupted user experience.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.4.1 — 2025-12-16

- Minor bug fix

### 1.4 — 2025-02-21

- Support for the latest devices
- Updated aircraft history and technical spec sheets

### 1.3 — 2024-04-17

- Fixed a bug related to the Display Zoom feature
- Updated aircraft history and technical spec sheets

### 1.2 — 2023-04-22

- More than a dozen new aircraft added
- Support for the latest devices
- Aircraft can now be searched by place of origin
- Improved aircraft history and technical spec sheets
- Minor bug fixes and improvements

### 1.1 — 2022-02-26

- Over 30 new aircraft added
- Support for the latest devices
- Aircraft can now be searched by place of origin
- Aircraft in the Chronology section are now ordered by the date of their first flight
- Improved aircraft history and technical spec sheets
- Minor bug fixes and improvements

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