TUSAŞ and ASPİLSAN signed a contract under the Defense Industry Agency’s Industrial Participation–Offset Program to develop domestic aviation battery cells, reducing foreign dependency in critical aerospace systems.

Turkey’s first unmanned fighter jet, Bayraktar KIZILELMA, has successfully completed its Aerodynamic System Identification Test. With its new afterburning engine, KIZILELMA is approaching supersonic speeds and is set to redefine the future of aerial combat.

Turkish Air Force Commander Gen. Ziya Cemal Kadıoğlu and Spanish Air Force Commander Gen. Francisco Braco Carbo performed a formation flight with two HÜRJET aircraft, showcasing TUSAŞ’s advanced jet trainer capabilities.

HAVELSAN’s newly developed UAV BULUT has entered the Turkish Armed Forces and Police inventories. Capable of 6-hour flights and fully autonomous missions, it operates without the need for a runway.

Baykar’s new turbo-powered, AI-integrated Bayraktar TB2T-AI UAV successfully completed flight tests, surpassing 30,000 feet and setting a new altitude record.

HAVELSAN introduced its 360° motion-capable, AR-supported ground-based training system for the UAE’s B-250 aircraft and integrated tactical C2 solution for the AL WASHAQ 4x4 vehicle at IDEX 2025.

Minister of Trade Ömer Bolat visited Turkish Aerospace Industries (TUSAŞ) to review national aviation projects. The ANKA III, HÜRJET, and KAAN platforms stood out during the visit.

ASELSAN plans to launch ASELFLIR 600’s maiden flight in May, introducing major advancements in long-range imaging and laser designation. New domestic solutions are also being developed against FPV drone threats.