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sequ said:

Starting from end of next year (2026), Altay will be produced with BATU powerpack
- A massive team has prepared the New Altay for the future with 17.5 million hours of engineering, 35000 km of testing, and 3700 firings

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sequ said:

Aselflir-600 test. Casually filming from 140km-200km away:

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EDIT: nvm got it wrong

Anyway Aselsan released their monthly newsletter. Interesting things:

- KGK 84 was released from an F-16 Block 50 PO-III platform at an altitude of 37,000 feet and a speed of 0.87 Mach. The munition achieved a range exceeding 80 kilometers and accurately struck the designated coordinate target, meeting all defined performance criteria.

- TOLUN was released at 40,000 feet and 0.95 Mach using the SADAK-4T Smart Quad Rack, accurately striking a target beyond 100 kilometers.

- The FCS system currently in service with the Turkish Armed Forces can operate in configurations integrating up to three Modernized Towed Guns (MTG) and one HİSAR Missile Launching System (MLS) simultaneously. The new-generation configuration of the HİSAR MLS and the first serial production batch equipped with KİLİT32H IIR Seeker HİSAR-A missiles are now mission-ready.

- KARAT (...) Its low-observable geometry, passive detection capability and ability to generate precise three-dimensional target data reinforce the operational effectiveness of next-generation air combat platforms.
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Karat is able to passively acquire range data most likely for BVR shots. Most likely through the use of trigonometric maneuver. Should provide accurate enough range data within seconds.

The more the target "crosses the T", the easier it gets for Karat to calculate the range.

$2.95 billion export for TEI for production and maintenance services:

"The new orders include parts and maintenance-repair services to be produced for 22 different engine programs widely used in global civil and military aviation. Deliveries start in 2026.

TEI's total order volume reaching 8.2 billion dollars with the order received is a concrete indicator of its high engineering competence in the field of aviation engines, production discipline and reliability established on a global scale."

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According to president Erdogan, aerospace and defence export almost reached $10 billion in 2025 ($9.87 B)