Turkey's Defense Ministry said it is waiting for Qatar to submit a sales contract and draft pilot training program for Eurofighter Typhoon jets. Under its agreement with Britain for 20 jets, Turkey seeks an additional 24 aircraft from Qatar and Oman.

Turkish Air Force operational requirements are being addressed through ongoing acquisition discussions with Qatar for second-hand Eurofighter Typhoon fighter jets. Bilateral meetings held in August and September covered aircraft specifications, pilot training, and technical support arrangements.

Following the collapse of the Franco-German partnership, the "Team Gen 6" coalition led by Airbus and comprising eight companies submitted an alternative proposal for next-generation combat aircraft development. Project details will be unveiled at the Berlin ILA Air Show.

TUSAŞ CEO Mehmet Demiroğlu stated that Türkiye is ahead of Europe in fighter jet projects, emphasizing KAAN’s historic first flight.

India is preparing to formally request 114 Rafale fighter jets from France to strengthen its air combat fleet and local production capacity.

Israel has approved a major procurement plan for new F-35 and F-15IA fighter jets to strengthen its long-term air superiority.

South Korea has unveiled the first mass-produced KF-21 Boramae fighter jets, marking a major milestone in its effort to strengthen defense self-reliance.

At World Defence Show 2026 in Riyadh, KAAN, J-35A, KF-21 and F-35 appeared side by side. Chinese media highlighted Türkiye and South Korea’s stronger presence at the event.