Air Force fighter jets
HESA Kowsar
Built in Iran in 2018
Present inventory 20 planes
The HESA Kowsar is a made fighter aircraft unveiled in 2018 by the Aviation Industries Organization. Based on the design of the American F-5F Tiger II, the Kowsar features domestically developed avionics, a modernized fire-control system, and a glass cockpit.
Intended for both training and light combat roles, the Kowsar represents a step forward in efforts to revitalize and localize its aging air fleet. With a current inventory of approximately 20 aircraft, it serves in air defense and pilot training capacities, highlighting Iran’s continued push for self-sufficiency in military aviation.
June 15, 2025 | 2:52 pm