MILTECH - The TAI TF-X (Turkish Fighter) is an all-weather stealth twin-engine air-to-air fighter in the development of Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) and BAE Systems as a contractor. The aircraft is expected to replace the F-16 Fighting Falcons of the Turkish Air Force and will be exported abroad. TAI CEO Temel Kotil said that the TF-X will be unveiled by March 23, 2023 and make its first flight by 2025.
On December 15, 2010, the Turkish Defense Industry Executive Committee (SSIK) decided to design, develop and manufacture the next generation of the country's air force that will replace the Turkish F-16 fleet and other critical assets. to the F-35. Fire II. .
In 2011, the Turkish Defense Industries Undersecretariat (SSM), now known as the Defense Industries Presidency (SSB), the procurement agency of the Turkish Armed Forces, signed an agreement with TAI for the conceptual development of basic capabilities. TAI and TUSAŞ Engine Industries (TEI) will lead the design, installation and development of military aircraft. The study will reveal the value of the soldier, while examining what mechanical and electronic systems will be used and installed, as well as a broad view of the opportunities and challenges of military aviation. A total of US $20 million has been allocated for a 2-year concept project by Turkish Aerospace Industries. TAI officials said that it is expected that the conceptual design process will be completed by the end of 2013, prepare a report and submit to the Prime Minister for the approval of the budget and the process for the development process. Jane's described the project as "very ambitious".
Speaking about the participation and importance of the Singapore Airshow, Turkish Aerospace President and CEO Temel Kotil said, "We are happy to be part of the Singapore Airshow. It is important to be part of the Asian defense industry market. We make important decisions on a global scale to increase our marketing activities in education and production. We are working on new business models to develop regional relationships. I believe it will strengthen us. As part of this, we will have a great meeting in Singapore with the military and civilians for the future society. »
As a reminder, in 2021 the Turkish Aerospace UAV ANKA sales agreement promoted the Asian defense industry and its environment. In addition to UAVs, Turkish Aerospace's Advanced Jet Trainer and HÜRJET light combat aircraft were also supplied to Malaysia. Turkish Aerospace expects to design and manufacture 15 of them in Malaysia.
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