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military-technology1 year ago

"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
militaryaviation1 year ago

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

Turkey's first locally made combat aircraft, the Kaan, completed its maiden flight at the Akinci air base near Ankara, reaching a speed of 230 knots and an altitude of 8,000 feet. The program aims to field a fifth-generation combat aircraft to replace the country’s F-16 fleet, with plans to develop an indigenous turbofan engine. The initial delivery of Kaan is scheduled for 2028, with the aim to produce two jets per month after 2029.

via Defense News|
#fifth-generation-fighter#kaan#maiden-flight
space2 years ago

FAA grants SpaceX clearance for first Starship orbital launch.

The FAA has granted SpaceX a license to launch its Starship vehicle, which is set to carry astronauts to the moon. The rocket is expected to lift off from SpaceX's facility in South Texas and fly over the Florida Straits before splashing down off the coast of Hawaii. The booster is not expected to return to Earth for a soft landing. SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has said he expects about a 50 percent chance of success.

via The Washington Post|
#faa#maiden-flight#nasa