The Turkish Armed Forces Foundation (TSKGV) transferred 71 million TL to the Defense Industry Support Fund in 2017, strengthening Turkey’s ongoing military modernization efforts.

Pakistan’s Minister for Industries and Production, Tenvir Hussain, announced that Turkey and Pakistan are preparing to launch major joint defense projects, including aircraft, naval platforms, and advanced weapons systems.

The Turkish Air Force’s elite aerobatic team SOLOTÜRK will perform a breathtaking F-16 demonstration over Gaziantep’s Alleben Pond on May 14, showcasing 21 advanced maneuvers.

Jointly developed by FNSS and Indonesian partner PT Pindad, the KAPLAN MT medium-weight tank made its first appearance at IDEF 2017 with a fully test-ready prototype.

Developed jointly by Aselsan and Katmerciler, Turkey’s first hybrid armored combat vehicle HIZIR will be showcased at IDEF’17, marking a major milestone in the country’s defense industry.

Turkey’s first indigenous air-to-air missiles, GÖKDOĞAN and BOZDOĞAN, developed by TÜBİTAK SAGE, will be showcased for the first time at IDEF 2017. The missiles are designed to enhance air superiority and can be launched from F-16 fighter jets.

In 2017, Turkey continues to expand its inventory with Cobra II, Ejder Yalçın, and Kirpi vehicles, now equipped with Aselsan’s SARP weapon systems.

Under the Utility Helicopter Program, 109 Black Hawk helicopters will be produced in Turkey under Sikorsky license, marking a major step in integrating Turkish industry into the global supply chain.