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Título: Força Aérea Turca
Enviado por: tenente em Fevereiro 03, 2021, 04:04:42 pm
Turkey launches F-16 life-extension program amid lack of replacement aircraft

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An acrobatic plane pilot performs with the F-16 aircraft on Sept. 13, 2020. (Adem Altan/AFP via Getty Images)

ANKARA, Turkey — Turkey’s procurement and defense authorities have launched a program designed to increase the structural life of the country’s existing fleet of F-16 Block 30 jets from 8,000 flight hours to 12,000, the country’s top procurement official announced.

Ismail Demir, who leads the Presidency of Defence Industries, wrote in a Feb. 2 tweet that the comprehensive upgrade program would involve revisions, renewals, replacements and body reinforcement. “The upgrades will cover 1,200 to 1,500 parts per aircraft,” Demir said.

Caglar Kurc, a Turkish defense analyst, said the upgrade program indicates Turkey’s intention to keep the F-16s as its main aerial firepower until the country completes work on its planned indigenous fighter jet.

“In addition to the F-16s, [armed and unarmed] drones could be used to support, particularly, anti-terror missions,” Kurc said.

Turkey has been seeking options for a new-generation fighter after it was suspended from the American-led, multinational Joint Strike Fighter program that builds the F-35 Lightning II.

Turkish Aerospace Industries will perform the structural upgrades for the F-16s as part of an ongoing upgrade program. TAI is currently building 30 new F-16 Block 50+ aircraft for the Turkish Air Force and is running an upgrade program covering more than 160 F-16 Block 30/40/50 aircraft.

Turkey’s indigenous fighter program, dubbed TF-X (or MMU in its Turkish acronym), has been crawling over the past years due to technological failures and issues with know-how transfers. Turkish engineers must first select an engine for the planned aircraft before finalizing the design phase.

TAI has been in talks with British engine-maker Rolls-Royce for engine know-how and co-production, but a final contract has yet to emerge.

https://www.thefifthcolumn.xyz/forum/air-warfare/521-aircraft-modernization-and-update

Abraços
Título: Re: Força Aérea Turca
Enviado por: Vitor Santos em Abril 15, 2021, 08:22:05 pm
Turkish F-16 Knocks Down Target Drone With New Indigenous Air-To-Air Missile

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The test of Turkey’s first domestically designed air-to-air missile reflects the country’s increasing ability to produce more advanced weaponry.

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Título: Re: Força Aérea Turca
Enviado por: Vitor Santos em Abril 15, 2021, 08:23:13 pm
Título: Re: Força Aérea Turca
Enviado por: Lusitano89 em Agosto 08, 2023, 05:00:13 pm
Título: Re: Força Aérea Turca
Enviado por: Drecas em Janeiro 27, 2024, 12:33:26 pm
Mega negócio por F-16

40 novos mais modernização para V de outros 79, 23 mil milhões de euros

32x F-16C Block 70 and 8x F-16D Block 70 aircraft
952x AIM-120C-8 AMRAAM missiles
401x AIM-9X Block II missiles
96x AGM-88B HARM missiles and 96 AGM-88E AARGM missiles
850x JDAM kits for GBU-31; 200x kits for GBU-31v3; 384 kits for GBU-32 and 3 kits for GBU-38 or LJDAM GBU-54
864x GBU-39/B SDB
etc etc
https://www.dsca.mil/press-media/major-arms-sales/turkiye-f-16-aircraft-acquisition-and-modernization

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Título: Re: Força Aérea Turca
Enviado por: CruzSilva em Janeiro 27, 2024, 01:15:26 pm
Mega negócio por F-16

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Mega e bem conseguido. Veja-se como os turcos compram o F-16V e modernizam os restantes (desconheço se na totalidade).

Era bom conseguirmos algo do género evitando o gasto maciço em F-35 que poderá retirar dinheiro para outras aquisições que urge conseguirmos.
Título: Re: Força Aérea Turca
Enviado por: Cabeça de Martelo em Fevereiro 21, 2024, 10:22:00 am

Citação de: Ahmet Akyol
Our country is now in a new league in aviation 🇹🇷
May the first flight of our National Combat Aircraft #KAAN which met with Gök Vatan, be beneficial to our nation.

With the capabilities to be gained in technologies such as very low visibility, high radar capabilities and increased situational awareness that a 5th generation fighter jet should have in the project, Turkey will; It will have the infrastructure and technology that only a few countries in the world have.

While ASELSAN took part in all of these, it also proved its success with the systems used in the first flight.

We will continue to develop our cutting-edge avionics systems to enhance the strength of our steel wings.

I congratulate all our engineers who contributed to the project, especially the TAI team.

May it be good for our nation. 🇹🇷

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Título: Re: Força Aérea Turca
Enviado por: Cabeça de Martelo em Fevereiro 21, 2024, 10:29:48 am
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Título: Re: Força Aérea Turca
Enviado por: Vitor Santos em Fevereiro 21, 2024, 11:32:52 am
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Feito notável. Agora resta saber o que vão fazer com os motores. Vão trocá-los pelo Eurojet EJ200 ou vão seguir o caminho longo, tortuoso e penoso de projetar, desenvolver e industrializar um motor "100%" turco?
Título: Re: Força Aérea Turca
Enviado por: Lusitano89 em Fevereiro 24, 2024, 09:55:40 am
Título: Re: Força Aérea Turca
Enviado por: Cabeça de Martelo em Março 27, 2024, 12:25:57 pm
Citação de: ASELSAN
We continue to make history in national aviation technologies. ⬇️

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✅ ASELSAN National #AESA Aircraft Nose Radar made its first flight with the F-16 ÖZGÜR platform.
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✅ ASELSAN AESA Radar; It will provide great capability gains to our aircraft with simultaneous air-air and air-ground missions, multiple target detection/tracking, beyond-visual missile guidance, high-resolution ground imaging and electronic warfare functions.
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✅ With AESA radar technologies, ASELSAN has become one of the rare institutions in the world.

Título: Re: Força Aérea Turca
Enviado por: Get_It em Julho 18, 2024, 09:56:55 am
Entretanto, os turcos...

Turcii un pic socati…
(18 de Julho de 2024)
Citação de: George GMT / Romania Military
Turcia a facut tot ce i-a stat in putinta, a recurs inclusiv la santaj, pentru a obtine cele 40 de F 16 Block 70 noi si 79 de pachete de modernizare la acelasi standard pentru avioanele F 16 aflate deja in exploatare.

Ankara si-a folosit dreptul de veto fata de accederea Suediei in NATO si a cerut ca in schimbul acordului pentru suedezi ca americanii sa-i livreze avioanele si pachetele de modernizare. Intr-un final, Washingtonul a fost de acord si in schimbul a 23 de miliarde de dolari cele doua tari s-au inteles. Sau nu s-au inteles, este destul de probabil ca turcii sa fi avut un soc cand au vazut factura, iar negocierile continua intru scaderea pretului. Poate le returneaza americanii macar TVA-ul…

Dar nu trece insa mult si Turcia anunta ca nu mai este interesata de intregul pachet ci ca are in vedere o reducere a acestuia. Pe surse se pare ca  reducerea are legatura cu kiturile de modernizare nu si cu cele 40 de F 16 Block 70. De asemenea, si pachetul de armament este vizat pentru o reuducere semnificativa.

In mod semi-oficial, Ankara ar intentiona sa economiseasca cateva miliarde de dolari bune care ar urma sa fie investite in industria aerospatiala turca, la summitul NATO de la Washington, presedintele turc, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, a vorbit despre intentia de reducere a comenzilor catre americani dar in acelasi timp a pus presiune pe cancelarul german Olaf Scholz pentru a ridica interdictia de vanzare a 40 de aparate Eurofighter catre Turcia.

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Fonte: https://www.rumaniamilitary.ro/turcii-un-pic-socati (https://www.rumaniamilitary.ro/turcii-un-pic-socati)

Os turcos estão um pouco chocados...
(18 de Julho de 2024)
Citação de: George GMT / Romania Military
A Turquia fez tudo o que estava ao seu alcance, inclusive recorrendo à chantagem, para obter os 40 novos kits de modernização F-16 Block 70 e 79 no mesmo padrão para as aeronaves F-16 já em operação.

Ancara usou o seu direito de vetar a adesão da Suécia à NATO e exigiu que, em troca do acordo para os suecos, os americanos entregassem aviões e kits de modernização. No final, Washington concordou e em troca de 23 mil milhões de dólares, os dois países chegaram a um acordo. Ou não se entenderam, pois é bem provável que os turcos tenham ficado chocados ao ver a factura e as negociações continuaram para descer o preço. Talvez os americanos pelo menos devolvam o IVA...

Mas não tardou muito e a Turquia anunciou que já não está interessada no pacote completo, mas que está a ponderar uma redução do mesmo. Segundo as fontes, parece que a redução está relacionada com os kits de modernização e não com os 40 F-16 Bloco 70. Além disso, está prevista uma redução significativa no pacote de armamento a comprar.

Semi-oficialmente, Ancara pretenderia poupar alguns milhares de milhões de dólares que seriam investidos na indústria aeroespacial turca, na cimeira da NATO em Washington, o presidente turco, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, falou sobre a intenção de reduzir as encomendas aos americanos, mas ao mesmo tempo, pressionou o chanceler alemão Olaf Scholz para levantar a proibição da venda de 40 Eurofighters à Turquia.

Recordamos que o governo de Ancara demonstrou a sua vontade de comprar 40 aviões Eurofighter (no Outono passado), mas Berlim ainda não concordou com esta transacção, embora a Espanha e o Reino Unido sejam favoráveis.

A Turquia gostaria também que a Siemens entregasse turbinas para a central nuclear que os turcos estão a construir juntamente com os russos, um projecto avaliado em 24 mil milhões de dólares. «Queremos também receber turbinas da Siemens, que são a unidade mais crítica da nossa central nuclear de Akkuyu», solicitou o presidente turco. Também da Siemens, os turcos receberiam de bom grado, se os alemães aceitassem vendê-las, turbinas para os seus navios de guerra.

No final, cada um faz o que quer com o seu dinheiro, mas esperar dois anos na fila do F-16, ser tratado como um sictir [termo romeno para alguém que não é bem vindo], usar a chantagem para conseguir o F-16 e os pacotes de modernização e, apenas algumas semanas após o anúncio dos americanos, começar a refazer as contas?!

Pois bem, até agora não sabiam, mas talvez os americanos já fartos da insistência dos turcos, finalmente lhes fizeram uma oferta - 23 mil milhões de dólares, com entregas a partir de 2030 - que não é muito do agrado e do orçamento das autoridades de Ancara?

E a partir daqui... o recalculo, ou a renegociação. Segundo fontes próximas das discussões entre as duas partes, os turcos gostariam que uma parte do dinheiro que vão pagar regressasse ao país sob a forma de contrapartidas. A contrapartida, por sua vez, deveria ser na verdade uma transferência de tecnologia que permitiria à Turquia fabricar componentes do F-16 localmente, e presumimos que estão de olho em tecnologias um pouco mais avançadas.

Ancara espera também o levantamento das sanções e do embargo a que está sujeita por parte dos Estados Unidos na área das tecnologias militares.
Fonte: https://www.rumaniamilitary.ro/turcii-un-pic-socati (https://www.rumaniamilitary.ro/turcii-un-pic-socati)

Cumprimentos,
Título: Re: Força Aérea Turca
Enviado por: Get_It em Outubro 25, 2024, 10:33:03 am
Vamos ver se os turcos ainda vão chegar a comprar o Eurofighter ou não.

Alemania levanta el veto a la venta de 40 cazas Eurofighter a Turquía que negocian España y Reino Unido
(25 de Outubro de 2024)
Citação de: Ginés Soriano / InfoDefensa
Las negociaciones que el ministro de Defensa turco, Yasar Gular, reveló hace un año con España y Reino Unido para adquirir 40 aviones de combate Eurofighter han superado al fin su mayor obstáculo: el veto que mantenía Alemania sobre la operación. Ankara ha mantenido en todo momento su interés sobre estos aparatos, que en un principio se contemplaron como alternativa a los F-16 que Estados Unidos tampoco les llegaba a vender, y que ha continuado incluso cuando Washington puso fin a sus cortapisas a principios de año.

"Es un avión muy eficiente", afirmó Gular cuando anunció que Reino Unido y España ya estaban de acuerdo en su exportación a Turquía y Alemania se oponía. Berlín también estuvo poniendo impedimentos a la venta de 48 aeronaves del mismo modelo a Arabia Saudí. En este caso, el veto lo levantó el pasado enero, en el marco de la contribución que Riad ha estado prestando a la seguridad israelí, al impedir los ataques hutíes de Yemen, y, de fondo, con el incremento de opciones de la firma francesa Dassault Aviation para llevarse el contrato con su avión de combate Rafale.

Como en el caso de Arabia Saudí, el veto alemán al suministro de Eurofighter a Turquía ha estado relacionado con las operaciones bélicas del país, en concreto frente a las milicias kurdas (en el caso de Riad frente a los hutíes de Yemen). Ahora, sin embargo, ha sido el propio canciller de Alemania, Olaf Scholz, quien durante una conferencia de prensa ofrecida el fin de semana junto al presidente turco, Recep Tayyi Erdogan, ha indicado la intención de su país de "dejar atrás algunas de las dificultades encontradas en el pasado en el suministro de productos de la industria de defensa y desarrollar nuestra cooperación". De este modo, se abre al fin la vía para una venta en la que ya se está avanzando en el trabajo técnico, de acuerdo con una fuente del Ministerio de Defensa turco citada por el portal francófono Zone Militaire.

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Fonte: https://www.infodefensa.com/texto-diario/mostrar/5043584/alemania-levanta-veto-venta-40-cazas-eurofighter-turquia-negocian-espana-reino-unido (https://www.infodefensa.com/texto-diario/mostrar/5043584/alemania-levanta-veto-venta-40-cazas-eurofighter-turquia-negocian-espana-reino-unido)

Cumprimentos,
Título: Re: Força Aérea Turca
Enviado por: Cabeça de Martelo em Outubro 31, 2024, 12:28:04 pm
Turkish TAI’s ANKA-3 Becomes First Next-Gen Stealth Combat Drone Fully Operated from Aircraft.
31 Oct, 2024

On October 30, 2024, the official Twitter account of SİYAH SANCAK (@siyahsancakx) reported a significant development in combat drone technology by TUSAŞ (Turkish Aerospace Industries). The ANKA-3, a stealth unmanned combat drone developed by TAI, became the first drone in history to be controlled by another aircraft, representing an advancement in remote control capabilities for military aviation.

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Turkish TAI’s ANKA-3 Next-Gen Stealth Combat Drone (Picture source: TAI)

The ANKA-3 is a stealth combat drone that embodies the latest generation of unmanned technologies, combining stealth, autonomy, and advanced combat capabilities. Its aerodynamic design and radar-absorbing materials allow it to reduce its radar signature, enhancing its survivability in conflict zones. Its ability to be controlled from another aircraft opens new operational perspectives for air forces, facilitating complex missions in high-risk areas while reducing vulnerabilities associated with ground control.

TAI's ANKA-3 stealth drone has been in development for several years as part of Türkiye's efforts to strengthen its autonomous and technological defense capabilities. Designed for surveillance, reconnaissance, precision strikes, and operations in hostile environments, this drone is intended to complement and diversify the Turkish army's combat capabilities in areas where human presence is risky. Supported by the Turkish government within a national strategy of military independence, the ANKA-3 also benefits from collaborations with local industries specializing in avionics and stealth, thus strengthening Turkey's defense technology ecosystem and reducing its dependence on foreign technology in the field of advanced drone systems.

From a purely technical perspective, the ANKA-3 is equipped with a single AI-322 engine, allowing the drone to reach a maximum speed of 450 knots. Its service ceiling is 12,000 meters (39,000 feet), with a maximum ceiling of 40,000 feet (12,000 meters). The future version of the ANKA-3 is likely to be larger and capable of carrying a heavier payload, with a shape that will need to be revised and optimized for supersonic speeds.

The integration of stealth drones like the ANKA-3, controllable from other aircraft, represents a considerable strategic interest for the armed forces. This technology maximizes flexibility and operational efficiency, responding to the growing demand for remote and autonomous combat solutions in an environment where threats are increasingly sophisticated. Controlling a drone from another aircraft opens the door to "loyal wingman" missions, where drones operate in concert with manned fighters. This approach combines the advantages of drones—stealth, autonomy, and no human risk—with the computing power and precision of pilots, offering more varied and redundant tactical options.

The ANKA-3 enables air forces to conduct surveillance, reconnaissance, and precision strike missions in highly contested areas without endangering a human pilot. This technology is particularly valuable for deep missions in well-defended areas, where radar and missile defense systems make traditional incursions riskier. Additionally, the ability to control these drones from manned aircraft increases responsiveness in the event of a tactical change and ensures that drones can be rapidly deployed, coordinated with combat aircraft, for targeted strikes or enemy defense suppression missions.

Similar projects are under development by countries like the United States and China, each pursuing "wingman" drone concepts to accompany their air forces.

The United States has invested in several similar programs, the most well-known being the Skyborg program, led by the US Air Force and aimed at developing embedded AI for drones capable of coordinating and interacting with manned aircraft in real-time. An example of an advanced drone in this program is the Kratos XQ-58A Valkyrie, designed to operate alongside manned fighters like the F-35 or F-22, providing surveillance, attack, or enemy defense suppression missions. Unlike the ANKA-3, American drones are designed for complete autonomy in case of loss of connection with the pilot, with enhanced AI capabilities to enable independent decision-making.

China, for its part, is developing "swarming" drone systems and stealth companion drones, such as the GJ-11 Sharp Sword. The latter, a stealth combat drone, aims to operate in coordination with fifth-generation fighters like the J-20. Although less advanced in terms of direct control from another aircraft, Chinese drones incorporate AI technologies to coordinate swarm operations, offering tactical advantages for saturating enemy defenses. China also emphasizes stealth and penetration capability in heavily defended environments, seeking to compensate for control center vulnerability through increased drone autonomy.

Unlike the American and Chinese systems, TUSAŞ's ANKA-3 stands out for its ability to be entirely controlled from another aircraft, ensuring immediate interoperability and operational flexibility without requiring comparable levels of autonomy in AI. This type of control favors communication security and allows direct responsiveness to the intentions of a partner aircraft pilot. Furthermore, the ANKA-3, designed to be stealthy, combines advanced radar evasion technologies with an aerodynamic design that makes it an effective tool in high-threat environments.

The ANKA-3 is thus a valuable asset for the Turkish armed forces, offering an intermediate solution between the complete autonomy of American and Chinese drones and direct collaborative control. The ability of this platform to operate in tandem with manned aircraft places Türkiye ahead in the field of jointly controlled drone operations, while aligning with a global trend toward increasing stealth and autonomy in unmanned combat systems.

https://www.armyrecognition.com/news/army-news/army-news-2024/turkish-tais-anka-3-becomes-first-next-gen-stealth-combat-drone-fully-operated-from-aircraft?utm_content=cmp-true

Título: Re: Força Aérea Turca
Enviado por: Get_It em Novembro 18, 2024, 09:27:43 am
Germany has given a 'positive response' to potential Turkish Eurofighter deal: Official
(14 de Novembro de 2024)
Citação de: Agnes Helou / Breaking Defense
In what would be a key reversal, Germany is apparently coming around to the potential sale of Eurofighter Typhoons to Turkey, according to a senior Turkish official.

"We will acquire 40 Eurofighter Typhoon jets," Turkish Defense Minister Yasar Guler said during a televised interview Wednesday. "Germany had been reluctant for a long time, but with the constructive contributions of our NATO allies Italy, the UK, and Spain, they finally gave a positive response."

Those comments came hours before Reuters reported that an unnamed Turkish official claimed the German government had directed its sales authority to work on the potential sale, though he said that didn’t mean the process is complete.

Germany does not appear to have put out a statement about any change in Berlin's stance, and the German Ministry of Defense did not immediately respond to a request for comment from Breaking Defense.

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Fonte: https://breakingdefense.com/2024/11/germany-has-given-a-positive-response-to-potential-turkish-eurofighter-deal-official/ (https://breakingdefense.com/2024/11/germany-has-given-a-positive-response-to-potential-turkish-eurofighter-deal-official/)

Turquía compra al fin 40 nuevos cazas F-16 mientras prevé adquirir otros 40 Eurofighter
(18 de Novembro de 2024)
Citação de: Ginés Soriano / InfoDefensa
Ankara no va a elegir entre el avión estadounidense F-16 Viper, fabricado por Lockheed Martin, ni el Eurofighter europeo. Finalmente va a adquirir los dos. El Ministerio de Defensa de Turquía ha revelado que ha realizado un pago inicial para la compra de 40 aviones de combate F-16 Block 70, de modo que la operación ya es una realidad. El Departamento de Estado de Estados Unidos decidió dar luz verde a esta venta a principios de año, por un precio máximo estimado en 23.000 millones de dólares (más de 21.800 millones de euros), después de que Washington hubiese estado bloqueando la transacción, debido a desencuentros en torno a la adquisición turca de sistemas antiaéreos S-400 a Rusia, lo que molestó a sus aliados de la OTAN por entender que de este modo se podía poner en peligro la seguridad de sus aviones.

Como alternativa, Ankara optó por negociar la adquisición de 40 aviones de combate Eurofighter, desarrollado por Alemania, Reino Unido, Italia y España. En este caso, Berlín estuvo vetando la operación, a la que finalmente ha dado el visto bueno hace unas semanas.

La futura entrega de los F-16, que se sumarán a la flota de variantes más anticuadas de este modelo que ya tiene Turquía, no va a impedir, sin embargo, la compra igualmente de los Eurofighter. Así lo ha apuntado el ministro turco de Defensa, Yaşar Güler, a la cadena local TV100. El político ha confirmado la firma de los contratos "para la adquisición de 40 aviones F-16 Viper al tiempo que ha anunciado que “también compraremos 40 Eurofighter Typhoon", aunque en este caso no ha especificado ni el importe que deberá desembolsar su país ni el calendario de entrega.

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Fonte: https://www.infodefensa.com/texto-diario/mostrar/5071474/turquia-compra-fin-40-nuevos-cazas-f-16-mientras-preve-adquirir-otros-40-eurofighter (https://www.infodefensa.com/texto-diario/mostrar/5071474/turquia-compra-fin-40-nuevos-cazas-f-16-mientras-preve-adquirir-otros-40-eurofighter)

Cumprimentos,
Título: Re: Força Aérea Turca
Enviado por: MMaria em Novembro 28, 2024, 12:16:14 am
Turkish Aerospace está em negociações com um país latino-americano para a venda de sua aeronave de ataque leve HÜRJET.

- Aeronave é uma parceria da Turkish com a brasileira Akaer


https://x.com/DefenseLrca/status/1859190423262024151

Sds
Título: Re: Força Aérea Turca
Enviado por: Get_It em Novembro 30, 2024, 10:05:29 pm
Türkiye will buy twelve ex-RAF Super Hercules
(30 de Novembro de 2024)
Citação de: Scramble
Already rumoured back in July, Türkiye will buy twelve of the fifteen Royal Air Force Super Hercules transport aircraft that have been stored at Cambridge since their withdrawal from use, starting in June 2022.

The aircraft stored consist of two types: the Hercules C4 and Hercules C5. Scramble assesses that the Türk Hava Kuvvetleri Komutanlığı (Turkish Air Force Command) will acquire twelve "stretched fuselage" C-130J-30s, designated by the RAF as Hercules C4. The acquisition of the C-130J-30 makes sense, since the Turkish Air Force already operates the C-130B and C-130E models it is familiar with the aircraft and its logistics. These stretched versions will provide additional tactical transport capacity, their maintenance and logistics costs are relatively low and the total time of flight hours on the airframes is low. Some sources state that one Hercules C5 (C-130J) is part of the deal.

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Fonte: https://www.scramble.nl/military-news/tuerkiye-will-buy-twelve-ex-raf-super-hercules (https://www.scramble.nl/military-news/tuerkiye-will-buy-twelve-ex-raf-super-hercules)

Cumprimentos,
Título: Re: Força Aérea Turca
Enviado por: Cabeça de Martelo em Dezembro 07, 2024, 02:59:30 pm
KAAN successfully completed its full-power afterburner engine test.

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Video - https://x.com/avionot/status/1865038561709289592
Título: Re: Força Aérea Turca
Enviado por: Cabeça de Martelo em Fevereiro 25, 2025, 11:47:23 am
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Não é um Meteor que vêm abaixo dos KAAN e F-16, mas sim o missil Gokhan.
Título: Re: Força Aérea Turca
Enviado por: Cabeça de Martelo em Março 17, 2025, 11:06:38 am
ANKA III Drone Confirms its Versatility as Combat Platform with Successful Firing of LGK-82 Guided Munition.
17 Mar, 2025
Defense News Aerospace

The ANKA III combat drone has reached a new milestone in its development with a successful test firing of the LGK-82 guided munition by Aselsan. This test represents progress in integrating precision-guided weaponry into Turkish drones and highlights the ongoing development of Turkey’s defense industry in the field of unmanned aerial systems. By demonstrating its capability to deploy a precision-guided munition, the ANKA III further establishes itself as a versatile combat drone capable of executing autonomous strikes with high accuracy.

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During the test, ANKA III successfully hit its target using the LGK-82, a laser guidance kit designed to convert standard 500-pound Mk-82 bombs into precision-guided munitions. (Picture source: TUSAS)

During the test, ANKA III successfully hit its target using the LGK-82, a laser guidance kit designed to convert standard 500-pound Mk-82 bombs into precision-guided munitions. This technology enhances targeting accuracy while minimizing collateral damage, increasing the effectiveness of airstrikes. The integration of this system also improves the drone’s operational flexibility, allowing it to adapt its payload to mission requirements. Previously, the ANKA III had already demonstrated compatibility with the TEBER-82 guidance kit and the TOLUN munition. The addition of the LGK-82 further expands its strike capabilities and confirms its compatibility with a broader range of precision-guided weapons.

Developed by Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI), the ANKA III builds on experience gained from the ANKA and AKSUNGUR programs while introducing significant advancements. Its flying wing design enhances aerodynamic performance and reduces radar cross-section, improving its ability to operate in contested environments. Unlike previous models, it is powered by a turbofan engine, enabling it to reach Mach 0.7 and operate at altitudes of up to 40,000 feet. The aircraft has an endurance of 10 hours and can carry up to 1,200 kg of payload in internal weapon bays. This combination of speed, altitude, and endurance allows it to conduct a range of missions, from strategic reconnaissance to precision strikes.

The ANKA III also incorporates advanced artificial intelligence and simulation technologies, optimizing autonomous flight capabilities and mission execution. These systems enhance sensor management, autonomous decision-making, and real-time adaptability to battlefield conditions. With these enhancements, the drone can independently identify, track, and engage targets, improving the efficiency and responsiveness of military operations. The integration of the LGK-82 into the ANKA III carries several strategic, technological, and industrial implications.

From an operational perspective, this test confirms the drone’s capability to conduct autonomous and precision strikes, reducing risks for allied forces. Its ability to employ precision-guided munitions makes it suitable for targeted strikes against strategic infrastructure, armored vehicles, and fortified positions. The combination of low observability and automated flight systems enhances its survivability in contested airspace, allowing it to operate where air defense threats are present.

From a technological standpoint, the test validates the interoperability of Turkish drones with nationally developed weaponry. Turkey is pursuing strategic autonomy in defense technology, and the success of this test aligns with that goal. By demonstrating that its drones can integrate domestically produced munitions, the Turkish defense industry reduces reliance on foreign technologies while establishing its capability to develop fully autonomous combat systems. Additionally, this success highlights the standardization and compatibility across Turkish aerial platforms and their weapons, facilitating joint operations within military forces.

For the Turkish defense industry, this development also represents an opportunity in the international market. The ANKA III, with its ability to operate different guided munitions, becomes a more competitive option for potential buyers seeking a cost-effective and multi-role combat drone. With an increasing number of countries investing in armed drones, the demonstration of these capabilities could enhance export prospects for Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) and Aselsan.

On a geopolitical level, this test highlights Turkey’s growing role in the field of autonomous combat drones. The demonstration of the ANKA III’s operational capabilities in a real-world scenario signals the rapid advancement of Turkey’s defense industry and its ambitions to compete with leading global drone manufacturers. As armed drones become central to modern conflicts, the continued development of the ANKA III and its integration with precision-guided weapons reinforce Turkey’s strategic position.

With this successful test, the ANKA III solidifies its status as a next-generation combat drone, capable of adapting to diverse mission requirements while incorporating advanced technologies and an expanding arsenal. Its ongoing development reflects Turkey’s objective to strengthen its defense capabilities and position itself as a key player in the field of autonomous combat drones.

https://armyrecognition.com/news/aerospace-news/2025/anka-iii-drone-confirms-its-versatility-as-combat-platform-with-successful-firing-of-lgk-82-guided-munition
Título: Re: Força Aérea Turca
Enviado por: Cabeça de Martelo em Maio 06, 2025, 02:02:16 pm
Não sei se cheguei a colocar esta noticia aqui ou noutro tópico, mas acho que é relevante.

KAAN Fighter Jet Gets Smaller and What Does it Mean

As the KAAN fighter jet’s P1 prototype takes shape, there have been external and internal changes in the design following the experiences from the P0 prototype.

The new design is notably slightly smaller, with reduced length and wingspan. The first prototype of KAAN, P0, has a length of 21 m and a wingspan of 14 m. TUSAŞ has published these new specifications as 20.3 m and 13.4 m, respectively. The height has also been reduced from six meters to five meters.

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As a rule of thumb, aircraft weight is a critical parameter heavily affected by the size. Thus, this size reduction will provide a drop in weight as well. Lower empty weight is desirable for flight performance and opens room for further growth potential.

The lower weight combined with possible aerodynamic refinements and the future indigenous engine is pivotal in providing the supercruise capability, which is important for fifth-generation fighter jets. The advantages of supercruise from an operational standpoint can be listed as:

1-       Quick reach to the operation zone (Important for interception and strike missions)

2-       Extended firing range for air-to-air missiles

3-       Longer operational range

From the growth potential standpoint, KAAN’s development roadmap includes multiple blocks, each adding a new feature. These include IRST, Integrated RF System (BÜRFİS) with multiple AESA radar arrays on the aircraft, DIRCM, and MUM-T. All these features demand extra space not only in terms of volume but also weight.

The new prototype of KAAN, P1, was recently shared in a press meeting by the Secretary of Turkish Defence Industry (SSB) Haluk Görgün. The prototype on the production line has a frame that can be considered less bulky.

When the prototype stages of other fifth-generation aircraft are inspected, parallels can be observed. YF-22, the prototype of F-22, which is a close example of KAAN, is similarly larger compared to the final design with a bulkier frame.

Adjustments throughout the prototype stages can be described as a sum of data gathered from previous flight tests and a range of changes tested in virtual or real environments. Thus, the specifications of P1 should also be considered subject to change because KAAN’s prototype stage includes more than two prototypes.

pdf - https://cdn.turdef.com/files/articles/5722/FRe2K1bCOjiFIEQ2WwrOBvc0NFpdms2BG4UJv5az.pdf

https://turdef.com/article/kaan-fighter-jet-gets-smaller-and-what-does-it-mean
Título: Re: Força Aérea Turca
Enviado por: Cabeça de Martelo em Maio 16, 2025, 04:42:43 pm
Indigenous Turkish TF35000 Engine To Power Kaan Fifth-Generation Stealth Fighter.

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n May 15, 2025, TEI (TUSAŞ Engine Industries), the Turkish state-backed aerospace engine manufacturer, published the first official image and technical data of the TF35000, a new indigenous turbofan engine developed to power Türkiye’s fifth-generation fighter aircraft, the KAAN. Developed under the auspices of the Presidency of Defense Industries (SSB), the TF35000 belongs to the category of military turbofan engines and aims to fulfill the key concept of technological sovereignty in high-thrust propulsion systems. This new engine, with its targeted output of 35,000 pounds of thrust, challenges existing Western jet engines and symbolizes Türkiye’s leap into advanced aerospace self-reliance.

he TF35000 is a next-generation military turbofan engine developed by TEI to meet the propulsion requirements of Türkiye’s indigenous fifth-generation fighter, KAAN. Designed with an emphasis on delivering 35,000 pounds of thrust, the engine incorporates advanced aerospace engineering features including high-temperature-resistant superalloys, advanced thermal barrier coatings, and innovative cooling technologies. According to Army Recognition, it is Türkiye’s most powerful domestically produced engine to date, intended to provide not only superior thrust but also enhanced endurance and fuel efficiency for extended-range missions. With a fully indigenous design, the TF35000 represents a strategic turning point for the Turkish defense aerospace industry and is tailored to meet the demanding requirements of stealthy and supersonic fifth-generation platforms.

TEI’s unveiling of the TF35000 marks a major milestone in the country's pursuit of independence in defense technologies, particularly in aviation propulsion, an area traditionally dominated by a handful of NATO member states. As geopolitical tensions rise and supply chain constraints become more frequent, especially in sensitive military technologies, the creation of a fully indigenous high-thrust engine signals both resilience and ambition. With fifth-generation air combat becoming a dominant operational doctrine, Türkiye positions itself not just as a consumer, but as a capable developer of next-generation powerplants. The relevance of this development extends beyond technical achievement, it has profound implications for Türkiye’s strategic autonomy and NATO's broader capabilities in contested airspaces.

The TF35000 is the culmination of nearly two decades of aerospace propulsion work by TEI, which has previously produced critical subsystems and components for engines like the T700 turboshaft (used on Turkish Black Hawks and T129 ATAK helicopters) and developed the TS1400 for indigenous rotorcraft. The development roadmap of the TF35000 involved substantial investments in high-performance materials, testing infrastructure, and digital design platforms. With this foundation, TEI created an integrated ecosystem capable of not only designing but also manufacturing and testing such a complex engine entirely within Türkiye. This comprehensive domestic capability sets the TF35000 apart from many regional projects, which often rely on foreign assembly or integration support.

Compared to other engines used in fifth-generation aircraft, such as the General Electric F110, currently powering KAAN prototypes and legacy F-16s, the TF35000 offers similar thrust levels with the strategic advantage of full sovereignty. While the F110 is a proven and reliable engine, it remains under U.S. export control, limiting operational independence. In contrast, the TF35000 is being developed entirely by Turkish engineers using domestic materials and proprietary technologies, granting Türkiye complete authority over its upgrades, maintenance, and integration with other national systems. Targeting 35,000 lbf of thrust, the TF35000 matches the output of the F-22’s Pratt & Whitney F119 and exceeds engines like the Eurofighter Typhoon’s EJ200 (26,000 lbf), the Rafale’s M88 (17,000–20,000 lbf), and the F110 variants used on the F-16 and F-15 (up to 29,000 lbf). Only the F-35’s F135, with 43,000 lbf in afterburner, surpasses it, placing the TF35000 firmly within the top tier of military turbofan engines and offering Türkiye a domestically controlled propulsion system competitive with the most advanced NATO platforms.

Strategically, the TF35000 carries immense geopolitical weight. By equipping the KAAN with an indigenous engine, Türkiye reduces its reliance on U.S. or European suppliers, a necessity underscored by recent frictions within NATO and embargoes over arms transfers. This engine is not just a technical asset but a political tool that reinforces Türkiye’s stance on defense autonomy. It strengthens NATO’s southeastern flank by ensuring the availability of high-performance aircraft even during times of strained alliance politics. Moreover, it provides Türkiye with an exportable engine platform that could serve allied air forces seeking alternatives to Western propulsion systems, especially those operating outside U.S. political orbit.

TEI’s release of the TF35000 represents more than the unveiling of a new engine, it is a declaration of strategic intent. With 35,000 pounds of thrust, fifth-generation readiness, and a design tailored for both domestic use and potential export, the TF35000 embodies Türkiye’s resolve to stand among the world’s leading aerospace powers. This program is not only a leap in technological competence but also a reinforcement of national sovereignty, industrial capability, and NATO's collective deterrence. In a world where air dominance is increasingly shaped by those who own the propulsion core, Türkiye’s TF35000 sets a new precedent.

https://www.armyrecognition.com/news/aerospace-news/2025/indigenous-turkish-tf35000-engine-to-power-kaan-fifth-generation-stealth-fighter
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Enviado por: Cabeça de Martelo em Maio 16, 2025, 04:44:13 pm
TF35000 Turbofan Engine

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The TF35000 Turbofan Engine is being developed under the auspices of the Secreteriat of Defense Industries for the national military turbofan engine that will produce 35,000 lbf thrust required by the National Combat Aircraft (KAAN). The TF35000 is one of Türkiye's most significant breakthroughs in aviation engines.

Through its efforts in gas turbine engine technologies, TEI has made significant gains in engine components, advanced material technologies, test infrastructures, and production capabilities. The TF35000 is designed to be Türkiye's indigenous and national turbofan engine with the highest thrust and is being developed to meet the requirements of the 5th generation fighter aircraft.

TF35000

The TF35000 will utilize high-temperature-resistant super alloys, advanced coating, and cooling technologies. With its unique design, the engine will have the features to support KAAN's 5th generation requirements and will also provide the required superior performance and durability. The TF35000 will produce high thrust with low fuel consumption and extended range capability. An ecosystem is being established to support the engine development process's design, production, and testing phases.

Thanks to this engine, our country will gain the competence to develop a high-tech indigenous engine required by 5th-generation fighter aircraft.

The TF35000 will provide important support to Türkiye's strategy to eliminate foreign dependence in the defense industry and also reinforce Türkiye's strong position in the global aviation market.

https://www.tei.com.tr/en/tf35000-turbofan-engine
Título: Re: Força Aérea Turca
Enviado por: Cabeça de Martelo em Junho 11, 2025, 02:22:46 pm
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✈️ KAAN is on the global stage!

With the Procurement of KAAN signed with Indonesia, 48 KAAN fighter jets will be delivered.

This strategic cooperation, carried out under the leadership of President @rterdogan, once again highlights the global impact of our defense industry.


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