This is a list of aircraft by date and usage. The date shown is the introduction of the first model of a line but not the current model. For instance, while "the most popular" aircraft, such as Boeing 737 and 747 were introduced in 1960x, their recent models were revealed in the 21st century.
Civil aircraft
Civil air transport
Civil – general aviation
Military aircraft
Fighters
Bombers
Reconnaissance, electronic warfare and Airborne Early Warning
Carrier-based aircraft
Air support/attack aircraft
Training aircraft
Transport
Helicopters and Autogyros
Racing aircraft
Experimental aircraft
Seaplanes and Amphibians
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