Introduction to Air Combat...
Figure 1. National Air Combat Evaluation Matrix
Generation Level Estimates and weighted Total National Capability
The Global Institute of National Capability (GINC) evaluates national strength using a generation and tier system. Under this framework, a country’s military and technological assets are grouped by generation – essentially the era or level of technology they represent. GINC mostly adheres to standard generational labels (for example, referring to
Attack Helicopter Generational Breakdown – Top 20 Countries (2023) Below is the breakdown of active attack helicopters by generation for the 20 countries with the largest (and most advanced) fleets. “Active” excludes utility/transport types. Totals per country are provided for cross-check. (Generations per definitions: 1st=1950s–70s basic armed helos;