Hangar roster
Ace Combat 8 Aircraft List — Fighters, Attackers & More
Ace Combat 8 fields 30+ playable aircraft across Fighter, Attacker, Multirole, and Electronic Warfare roles — real-world jets plus series originals. Progression starts around F/A-18C toward F/A-18E and branches via the Aircraft Tree; preorder adds F-14A.
Systems Intent guide
How the Ace Combat 8 aircraft roster works
Planes are unlocked primarily through the Aircraft Tree using MRP. Roles matter for briefings: fighters for air control, attackers for surface work, multiroles for unknown mixes, EW for specialized support.
Confirmed / showcased aircraft (expanding)
- F/A-18C and F/A-18E Super Hornet (early progression spotlight)
- F-14A (preorder bonus)
- F-22A, Eurofighter Typhoon, Rafale M, JAS 39 Gripen E
- Su-35, Su-47, F-35C, MiG-21bis and more as revealed
- Seasonal Pass aircraft such as ADFX-02 Morgan–PIXY (Pass rules apply)
This list updates as Bandai confirms more airframes. Check hangar filters in-game for the live catalog.
How to choose an aircraft
- Read the briefing target mix.
- Match role + special weapons.
- Equip Body/Arms/Misc for that mission’s failure points.
- Bring wingmen that cover your gaps.
People also ask
How many planes are in Ace Combat 8?
Over 30 playable aircraft planned/confirmed across classes.
What plane do you start with?
Early progression highlights F/A-18C before unlocking more capable jets like F/A-18E.
Is the F-14A in Ace Combat 8?
Yes as a preorder bonus aircraft.
Further reading
Ace Combat 8 planes & aircraft list
Looking for the ace combat 8 aircraft list, plane list, or planes roster? Use the role tables on this page, then unlock routes via the aircraft tree and loadout ideas on best aircraft.
Related guides
Aircraft Tree · Best Aircraft · Preorder Bonuses
Primary: Ace Combat 8 aircraft list. Also covers: playable planes, F/A-18E, F-22, fighters attackers. Independent fan guide.