The first prototype of the TFX is planned to roll out of hangar in 18 March 2023 with and turn on its engines. The first flight is planned for two years later after ground tests have been completed.
The date of 18 March is important for Turkey because it symbolizes Turkey’s independence and...
2019 is a big year for Turkey in terms of defence. Among other things, two important purchases are set to arrive by the end of this year; the first two F-35 jets and the first S-400 battery.
It is becoming very likely that the US will try to restrict Turkey’s role in the F-35 program if it...
No Patriot sales to Turkey in event of S-400 purchase: US official
Sevil Erkuş - ANKARA
The U.S. government will end the process of the Patriot sale if Turkey proceeds with the purchase of the Russian S-400 air defense systems, a senior U.S. official has told Hürriyet Daily News.
“We will not...
http://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/us-makes-an-offer-to-turkey-for-the-sale-of-patriot-missiles-140228
US makes an offer to Turkey for the sale of Patriot missiles
ANKARA
The United States has formally made an offer to Turkey for the sale of multibillion dollar Patriot air defense systems, the...
Turkish companies’ arms sales rose 24 percent last year
STOCKHOLM
The arms sales of Turkish companies rose by 24 percent in 2017, according to a report released on Dec. 10 by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI).
“This significant increase reflects Turkey’s ambitions to...
This thread is aimed at people who are not active members of Turkish Defence Forum, but who show interest in the Turkish defence industry.
First of all, we appreciate the enthusiasm you show towards our industry by posting replies and threads on this forum. However, sometimes new threads are...
Allure of Domestic Arms Drives Turkey Toward Russian Missiles
July 19, 2018 11:56 AM
Dorian Jones
FILE - Russian S-400 air defense missile systems are on display during a rehearsal for the Victory Day military parade in Red Square in Moscow, Russia, May 7, 2017.
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ISTANBUL —...
ANKARA, July 16 (Xinhua) -- Turkey's defense industry has clinched major export deals with Pakistan recently, which are expected to mobilize Turkey's domestic market at a tough time of the NATO country's economy.
Last week, Turkey and Pakistan inked a deal on the sale of 30 Turkish-made T129...
I wonder how people of Iran compare the two leaders. From outside it looks like Ahmadinejad advanced the defence industry in Iran but ignored most other things. Rouhani on the other hand, is working towards social reforms but the defence industry is put to sleep during his time.
Of course this...
Turkey jockeys with China for influence in Africa
From railways to diplomacy, Ankara looks to extend its geostrategic reach
AKIHIRO SANO, Nikkei staff writerMay 12, 2018 21:53 JST
Workers put the finishing touches on a railway in Kombolcha, in northern Ethiopia. The line is being built by...
TANAP project to enter into service in June: Turkish minister
BURSA
The Trans-Anatolian Natural Gas Pipeline (TANAP) project will enter into service as of June 12, Energy and Natural Resources Minister Berat Albayrak said on May 11.
“The opening ceremony will be held with the attendance of...
Japan, Turkey agree to start security dialogue next month
Dec. 29 06:05 am JST 8 Comments
ANKARA
Japanese Foreign Minister Taro Kono and Turkish counterpart Mevlut Cavusoglu agreed Thursday to hold the first round of a bilateral security dialogue late next month.
The director-level meeting...
US arms company to sell air-to-air missiles to various countries including Turkey: Pentagon
WASHINGTON - Reuters
The U.S. arms manufacturing company Raytheon Co has been awarded a $634 million contract for Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missiles, the Pentagon said on Dec. 28.
It said the...
Erdoğan says Sudan agreed to give island to Turkey for rebuilding to boost umrah tourism upon his request
KHARTOUM – Anadolu Agency
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said on Dec. 25 that his Sudanese counterpart agreed to temporarily hand over Suakin Island to Turkey for reconstruction purposes...
Russia finalizes S-400 missile system deal with Turkey
MOSCOW
Russia said on Dec. 21 that it had completed negotiations with Turkey for the sale of an S-400 air defense missile system, with delivery scheduled for late 2019.
"Practically speaking, the contract is entering the phase of...