Turkey Military News, Reports, Data, etc.
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MILGEM printer babyIstanbul class number 6 is being cut:
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Turkish Navy on their way to commission 7 Istanbul class frigates + several Hisar class OPV within 5 years
Then we will have 4+4 TF-2000's, starting with this year
Images of Kizilelma production variant or B variant (prototype):
Looks like it has IRST and EW sensors among other things. Rudder and flaps/ailerons not divided anymore. Dielectric panels on top of the fuselage indicate satcom dish, also on wingroot/LERX indicating sensors for RWR/ELINT or ECM. Surprisingly no EOTS but perhaps the angle of the photos prevents it from being visible.
Landing gear has been changed too especially the front one.
Looks like it has IRST and EW sensors among other things. Rudder and flaps/ailerons not divided anymore. Dielectric panels on top of the fuselage indicate satcom dish, also on wingroot/LERX indicating sensors for RWR/ELINT or ECM. Surprisingly no EOTS but perhaps the angle of the photos prevents it from being visible.
Landing gear has been changed too especially the front one.
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Don't worry EOTS (toygun) will be there eventually.From another angle, no EOTS visible
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Saudi Sami Company signs three memorandums of understanding in the presence of the Minister of Defense, to transfer and localize defense technologies with leading Turkish defense companies in the fields of aviation, space and technology.
GDH held an interview with the new CEO of TAI. Summary as follows (not 100% accurate!)
- This CEO is slightly more cautious than the previous one in terms of timeline. This is apparent by him using more cautious language and his quote about the development of Kaan's engine "We won't do it in 5 years, but 6 years". (Temel Kotil wanted it be done in 5 years).
- The 2028 delivery for block-10 is currently on schedule. The first block-10 will be built next year and will go through system and payload integration tests until 2028. (thnx to @ahmettasci)
- 4-5 countries have a serious interest in Kaan. Interest has increased after FF.
- TAI has applied for export licenses for both the F110 & F404 engines. He hopes that the current F-16 negotiations will have a positive result in attaining these export licenses.
- He speaks positively and confidently about attaining 6th gen capability. His take on what defines 6th gen from 5th gen is drone control. He believes Turkiye is at the top when it comes to drones and thus it is achievable for them.
- Gokbey to start deliveries next month. This one has been delayed numerous times.
- 10+ ton T925 utility helicopter has been given priority over the T929 ATAK II. Doesn't mean the project is cancelled. Half of the work is practically done through the shared engines, transmission, avionics etc.
- Aim to deliver the Anka 3 at the end of the year to the Air Force for them to figure out how to operate it.
- He speaks positively and confidently about attaining 6th gen capability. His take on what defines 6th gen from 5th gen is drone control. He believes Turkiye is at the top when it comes to drones and thus it is achievable for them.
- His aim as CEO is to build upon the foundation laid by Temel Kotil and to focus on fast delivery and quality-cost effectiveness (and this means having a good HR strategy).
- This CEO is slightly more cautious than the previous one in terms of timeline. This is apparent by him using more cautious language and his quote about the development of Kaan's engine "We won't do it in 5 years, but 6 years". (Temel Kotil wanted it be done in 5 years).
- The 2028 delivery for block-10 is currently on schedule. The first block-10 will be built next year and will go through system and payload integration tests until 2028. (thnx to @ahmettasci)
- 4-5 countries have a serious interest in Kaan. Interest has increased after FF.
- TAI has applied for export licenses for both the F110 & F404 engines. He hopes that the current F-16 negotiations will have a positive result in attaining these export licenses.
- He speaks positively and confidently about attaining 6th gen capability. His take on what defines 6th gen from 5th gen is drone control. He believes Turkiye is at the top when it comes to drones and thus it is achievable for them.
- Gokbey to start deliveries next month. This one has been delayed numerous times.
- 10+ ton T925 utility helicopter has been given priority over the T929 ATAK II. Doesn't mean the project is cancelled. Half of the work is practically done through the shared engines, transmission, avionics etc.
- Aim to deliver the Anka 3 at the end of the year to the Air Force for them to figure out how to operate it.
- He speaks positively and confidently about attaining 6th gen capability. His take on what defines 6th gen from 5th gen is drone control. He believes Turkiye is at the top when it comes to drones and thus it is achievable for them.
- His aim as CEO is to build upon the foundation laid by Temel Kotil and to focus on fast delivery and quality-cost effectiveness (and this means having a good HR strategy).
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