Turkey: maiden flight of Kaan fifth-generation fighter [VIDEO]
The first fifth-generation fighter jet developed by Turkey, named Kaan, successfully completed its maiden flight on February 21, 2024.
The first fifth-generation fighter jet developed by Turkey, named Kaan, successfully completed its maiden flight on February 21, 2024.
STM is also playing an important role in the construction of New-Type Submarines (Reis-Class), which will be equipped with an air-independent propulsion (AIP) system.
Greece and Turkey have officially joined the German-led European Sky Shield Initiative (ESSI), increasing the total number of participating countries to 21.
On February 10, leading Turkish defence company Aselsan handed over the first two modernized M60T main battle tanks to the Turkish Land Forces.
The U.S. Department of State has greenlighted Turkey’s request for the purchase and upgrade of Lockheed Martin F-16C/D Fighting Falcon Block 70 aircraft.
Turkey’s Defence Industry Agency (SSB) announced that the country’s defence industry exports reached a significant milestone in 2023, totaling USD 5.5 billion.
Turkey has announced plans to construct a new aircraft carrier and four frigates, as part of a strategic initiative to strengthen its naval forces, Türk Deniz Kuvvetleri (Turkish Navy).
Turkish Aerospace (TUSAÅž) has achieved a significant milestone with the successful first flight of its ANKA-3 unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV).
Turkish drone manufacturer Baykar has achieved a significant milestone with its Bayraktar TB3 unmanned aerial system (UAS).
STM sector has recorded another major export success in the field of tactical mini UAV’s, further cementing its pioneering position in Türkiye, the compnay said in a press release.
The 2024 budget proposal for Turkey anticipates a record increase in defense and security spending, amounting to approximately USD 40.5 billion.
The Estonian Centre for Defence Investments (ECDI) has signed contracts with Nurol Makina and Otokar companies today to supply the Estonian Defence Forces with around 230 wheeled armoured vehicles.