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middle-east24 days ago•12 min saved

Turkey, Saudi Arabia explore joint plan for 5th-generation fighter

A Daily Sabah report says Turkey and Saudi Arabia may jointly invest in Turkey’s Kaan stealth fighter, following Erdogan’s meetings in Saudi Arabia, as Ankara pursues 5th-generation capabilities after being sidelined from the F-35 program due to the S-400. Production of Kaan is eyed for 2028, with talks of Saudi collaboration reflecting broader regional defense deals, though Israel and Western concerns about such a partnership linger.

via The Jerusalem Post|

#erdogan #fifth-generation #kaan

military-technology2 years ago•2 min saved

"Turkey's New 5th-Gen Fighter Jet Successfully Completes Maiden Flight"

Turkey's domestically made fifth-generation fighter jet, Kaan, successfully completed its maiden flight, marking a significant milestone in the country's efforts to acquire advanced combat aircraft. This achievement comes after Turkey was expelled from the US-led F-35 program in 2019 due to its purchase of Russian S-400 air-defense systems. The new fighter jet, developed by Turkish Aerospace Industries, aims to eventually replace the country's F-16 fleet, showcasing Turkey's progress in developing its own advanced military technology.

via Business Insider|

#f-35 #fifth-generation #fighter-jet