Zitat:Turkish Army Receives new Anti-tank Vehicles
14 Mar, 10:47 1 min read

Land Weapon / Missile
Turkish Army Receives new Anti-tank Vehicles
Turkish MoD: "Our Land Forces Command has completed the inspection and acceptance activities of various Armoured Anti-Tank Vehicles." Turkish Defence Ministry spokesperson Admiral Zeki Aktürk stated at a press briefing that new anti-tank vehicles have entered the Land Forces' inventory. According to this statement, some of FNSS's PARS 4x4 and KAPLAN-10 vehicles have entered the inventory. The statement does not include information about the types of vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with Roketsan’s Yalman turret, which fires Roketsan’s Cirit missile and UMTAS or L-UMTAS ATGM. The KAPLAN-10 is a new generation armoured combat fighting vehicle that can move together with main battle tanks. The PARS 4x4 is designed to undertake special operational roles such as advanced surveillance, anti-tank and command and control.

Zitat:ASELSAN’s SURALP Weapon Locating Radar Spotted on Duty
16 Mar, 05:12 2 Min Read

Sensors
ASELSAN’s SURALP Weapon Locating Radar Spotted on Duty

SURALP (STR) Weapon Locating Radar was spotted during Commander-in-Chief of the Turkish Land Forces Selçuk Bayraktaroğlu’s visit to Şırnak. Selçuk Bayraktaroğlu’s inspection visit included a base in the Zinar Mountain, part of the Claw-Lightning Operation Zone, 23rd Infantry Division Command, and 48th Border Brigade Command. The Turkish MoD announced SURALP to have entered the inventory in 2021.

SURALP, developed by ASELSAN to detect and track RAM (Rocket-Artillery-Mortar) group of threats to provide situational awareness and direct fire support assets to respond, was spotted during the visit.

SURALP’s placement is important thanks to the alert and quick response capabilities it brings to the service of Turkish personnel. Terrorist organisations PKK and YPG are known to have attacked the bases in operation zones using mortars and rockets. A range of 250 km (Previously announced as 100 km) can cover a large portion of the operation zone.

Zitat:Turkish Army Receives Anti-Tank Missiles and Modernised ACVs
21 Mar, 10:41 2 Min Read

Land Weapon / Missile Modernisation
Turkish Army Receives Anti-Tank Missiles and Modernised ACVs
Turkish Defence Ministry announced that the Army had received anti-tank missiles and Armoured Combat Vehicles. Turkish Defence Ministry spokesperson Admiral Zeki Aktürk stated at a weekly press briefing that “Land Forces Command has completed the inspection and acceptance activities of various quantities of "Long Range Anti-Tank Missile" and Armoured Combat Vehicles equipped with NEFER turret. Aktürk has not specified names. Roketsan is the only long-range anti-tank missile provider. The company’s missiles are called UMTAS. There are variations of UMTAS according to the guidance used. On the other hand, the Aktürk stated that some Armoured Combat Vehicles (ACV) with Nefer unmannedturrets were delivered to the Land Forces Command. This delivery is a result of the Armoured Combat Vehicle (ACV) Modernization Project signed on 31 December 2019 between the Defence Industry Agency (SSB) and ASELSAN. The project included equipping ACVs with 25 mm NEFER Gun Turrets, Laser Warning Systems, Close Range Surveillance Systems, Driver Vision Systems, Direction Finding and Navigation Systems, Commander, Gunner, Personnel and Driver Display Panels. FNSS was the subcontractor responsible for maintaining and repairing ACV platforms, including integrating air conditioning systems, heating systems, fire extinguishing, and explosion suppression subsystems. The armour and mine protection levels are also increased.

Zitat:ASELFLIR-410 Electro-Optic Spotted on T-70 Helicopter
23 Mar, 05:49

Air Sensors
ASELFLIR-410 Electro-Optic Spotted on T-70 Helicopter
ASELSAN’s ASELFLIR-410 electro-optic system was spotted on one of the TUSAŞ’s T-70 utility helicopters in assembly line. The helicopter fitted with ASELSAN’s electro-optic was present in the Turkish Minister of Industry and Technology Mehmet Fatih Kacır’s visit to TUSAŞ. ASELSAN’s Helicopter Electronic Warfare System (HEWS) was also present on the helicopter. T-70 is a derivative of the Sikorsky S-70 Blackhawk, and Turkiye localises its components and production. In addition to TUSAŞ, other Turkish firms also participate in the production. For example, TEI produces a variant of the T700 turboshaft engine, T700-TEI-701D; ASELSAN produces avionics, sensors, and self-defence systems; and ALP Aviation produces the landing gear and transmission. So far, ASELFLIR-400/410 has been integrated into ROKETSAN’s Pedestal Mounted Missile system and the T129 ATAK attack helicopter. Integration of the non-laser designating variant, ASELFLIR-400, on AB-412 helicopters of the Turkish Coast Guard is also anticipated. ASELFLIR-410, weighing 57 kg, incorporates three types of cameras: HD Day Camera with 1920x1080 resolution, Thermal Camera with 1024x768 resolution, and SWIR Camera with 640x512 resolution. In addition to cameras, a laser rangefinder and designator are present in the system with a range of 30 km.

Zitat:Turkiye Withdrew From the CFE
05 Apr, 09:03 2 Min Read

Regional / Strategy
Turkiye Withdrew From the CFE
The decision was published in the Official Gazette. Turkiye withdrew from the CFE, signed in Paris in 1990 and signed by NATO and the Soviet Union, which imposed restrictions on the movements and equipment of the armed forces in Europe during the Cold War. The Treaty was signed by some countries, especially Russia, at the OSCE Summit in Istanbul in 1999. Russia officially announced its withdrawal from CFE in November 2023. Thereupon, the U.S. and NATO announced that they were suspending their obligations. Türkiye, on the other hand, regretted the U.S. decision and called on the parties to return to the agreement. Türkiye also withdrew from the Treaty following the recently increasing tension. The relevant Presidential Decree was published in the 5 April issue of the Official Gazette, effective 8 April. The Treaty set equal maximum limits for each bloc on key armaments essential for conducting surprise attacks and initiating large-scale offensive operations.

Zitat:Turkiye's F-16 Viper Modernisation to be Divided by Two
09 Apr, 06:06 3 Min Read

Air Modernisation
Turkiye's F-16 Viper Modernisation to be Divided by Two
Turkiye’s F-16 Modernisation programme with the U.S. is currently on the discussion table. Two institutions will share the workload to upgrade 79 F-16 jet to Block 70 level. Turkiye holds two separate modernisation programmes for F-16 fleet. Turkish indigenous modernisation programme Özgür will be carried out at Turkish Aerospace (TUSAŞ) facilities. The second modernisation programme will be carried out with U.S. components. In a significant development, Turkish-U.S. relations reached a new milestone in February 2024. Congress approved Turkiye’s request to acquire two fleets of brand-new F-16 Viper jets and upgrade 79 F-16 aircraft with modernisation kits which will be obtained from the United States. The inclusion of the Northrop Grumman AN/APG-83 SABR AESA radar, also used in F-35A aircraft, in this modernisation programme is a testament to the technology being employed. According to the current Government to Government negotiations, Turkiye’s modernisation workload will be completed as in previous modernisation programmes. As a result of former upgrades, the Turkish Air Force has no F-16 Block 30. They have all been upgraded to the Block 40 level. Current negotiations foresee the division according to the blocks. The upgrade programme will not require sharing the workload on the same aircraft. In this sense, F-16 block 40 and 50s will be upgraded at the Turkish Defence Ministry’s Eskişehir 1st Air Maintenance Factory Directorate. The directory is also known by its former name, 1st Air Supply and Maintenance Centre Command, while F-16 Block 50+ aircraft will be upgraded at Turkish Aerospace (TUSAŞ) facilities.

Zitat:Turkish Army Receives ASELSAN's MİLKAR Jammers
18 Apr, 10:41 1 min

E/W
Turkish Army Receives ASELSAN's MİLKAR Jammers
Turkish Defence Ministry (MOD) stated that ASELSAN's Portable Electronic Attack System (MILKAR) inspection and acceptance activities have been completed. Press Advisor of the Ministry of National Defence announced at today's press conference that the Turkish Land Forces Command had completed various amounts of Portable Electronic Attack Systems (MILKAR) after completing inspection and acceptance activities. MILKAR ensures the protection of the team and convoy protection by preventing the detonation of Radio Frequency Controlled Improvised Explosive Devices (RFIED) devices by jamming and similar methods.

Zitat:Incirlik Becomes a Combat Base
18 Apr 2024, 05:35 2 mins

Air Defence Politics
Incirlik Becomes a Combat Base
The Ministry of Defence announced that the 10th Tanker Base Command has been renamed to the 10th Main Jet Base Command, aligning with the evolving needs of the Turkish Air Force. Admiral Zeki Aktürk, Press Advisor of the Turkish Defence Ministry (MOD), stated at today’s press conference that “The name of the 10th Tanker Base Command located in Incirlik/Adana has been changed to ‘10th Main Jet Base Command’ in line with the needs of our Air Force.” Incirlik Air Base was opened for use in 1951. There are military aircraft of the Turkish Air Force and the US Air Force within the base. Royal Air Force also benefits from the facilities at the base. The Turkish Air Force classifies bases as ‘main jet’, ‘main transportation’, and ‘tanker base’. Incirlik was called ‘Tanker Base Command’ until today. The 152nd Fleet, located in Merzifon Air Base, was moved to Incirlik in recent years. With the assignment of a combat fleet to Incirlik, this place left the ‘Tanker Base’ category and became the ‘Main Jet Base’.

Zitat:Turkish Army Receives MİLKAR Jammers
25 Apr 2024, 10:58 1 min

E/W
Turkish Army Receives MİLKAR Jammers
Turkish Defence Ministry (MOD) stated that various Portable Electronic Attack System (MILKAR) inspection and acceptance activities have been completed. Press Advisor of the Ministry of National Defence announced at today's press conference that the Turkish Land Forces Command had completed various amounts of Portable Electronic Attack Systems (MILKAR) after completing inspection and acceptance activities.

Zitat:Latest situation in Türkiye’s F-16V fighter jet procurement
by Kazım Mutlu May 6, 2024
Latest situation in Türkiye’s F-16V fighter jet procurement
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Minister of National Defense Yaşar Güler made a statement about the latest status of the F-16V warplanes ordered by Türkiye.

Minister of National Defense Yaşar Güler, who was a guest on CNN Türk, made important statements about the latest situation regarding the supply of F-16V warplanes procured from the USA. Regarding the supply of F-16V warplanes, Minister Güler said, “So, our negotiations with our American friends regarding F-16s are continuing in a very positive way, we do not have any problems.”

Zitat:F-16 ÖZGÜR Drops LGK-82 and LGK-84 Bombs
18 May 2024, 08:44 2 mins

Air Modernisation
F-16 ÖZGÜR Drops LGK-82 and LGK-84 Bombs
A Turkish F-16 fighter with ÖZGÜR modernisation hit its target with LGK-82 and LGK-84 laser-guided smart bombs. F-16 ÖZGÜR fitted with indigenous mission computers dropped the guided bombs from an altitude of 15000 ft. This year, the F-16 ÖZGÜR programme marked a significant milestone with the successful integration of the MURAD AESA radar. This advanced radar system will enhance the aircraft's capabilities, providing onboard air-to-air, air-to-ground, SAR, and electronic warfare capabilities. LGK is a series of guidance kits manufactured by ASELSAN for 250 lb Mk81, 500 lb Mk82, 1000 lb Mk83, and 2000 lb Mk84 general purpose bombs (GPB). The kit provides laser, GPS, and INS guidance capabilities to the bomb it is fitted on. LGK has been tested from F-16 and AKINCI UCAV. ANKA Armed UAV was also displayed with LGK-81 during TEKNOFEST 2023 İzmir, hinting at integration works. Within the framework of the ÖZGÜR Project, national ammunition, electro-optical systems and avionics will be integrated into the F-16 warplanes. The national mission computer and operational flight software developed for this purpose were integrated into the F-16. In addition to these components, several critical avionics systems entered the Turkish Air Force inventory together with the F-16 ÖZGÜR aircraft. Turkiye had requested 79 F-16 Block 70 modernisation kits from the USA. With the ÖZGÜR Project, all remaining F-16s will be modernised to Block ÖZGÜR level.

Zitat:ALP-300G Early Warning Radar Delivered to TAF
20 May 2024, 06:56 2 mins

Sensors
ALP-300G Early Warning Radar Delivered to TAF
ASELSAN CEO Ahmet Akyol announced that ALP-300G (Formerly TEİRS and ERALP) mobile early warning radar has been delivered to the Turkish Armed Forces. ALP-300G, carried by 8x8 tactical wheeled vehicles, will be important in ground-based early warning and the SİPER long-range air defence system as the main searching radar. Secretary of Turkish Defence Industries Haluk Görgün made the following statements regarding some of the important features of ALP-300G reported by NTV. Görgün underlined that the radar has more than 4000 T/R modules and can receive reflection before a turn is completed. Additionally, the radar can send a ‘clarification signal’ to determine the position of a target more precisely. ALP-300G uses GaN-based AESA technology and can operate in a fixed orientation or turn to perform 360-degree scans. The radar has been developed to detect and track aircraft, cruise missiles, ballistic missiles, and low-RCS airborne targets. The mobile radar carried by an 8x8 vehicle can be readied in 30 minutes and includes built-in test systems. ASELSAN’s other recent products in the field of AESA radars include CENK-S searching radar for I-class frigates, MURAD radar for fighter jets and AKINCI UCAV, and ALP multi-role radar for SİPER air defence system.

Zitat:ASELSAN Joins EFES-2024 Exercise
24 May 2024, 09:22 2 mins

Simulator / AI / Drill/ Software Expo and Air Show
ASELSAN Joins EFES-2024 Exercise
ASELSAN will display more than 70 of its defence products in the EFES-2024 exercise conducted in İzmir. The products in the exhibition include: The ASELFLIR-600 EO system. MİLKAR-3A3 electronic attack system. SURALP weapon locating radar. AURA multi-purpose AESA radar. ASELSAN’s systems, like KORKUT 35 mm SPAAG, are also used during the exercise. ASELFLIR-600 was previously displayed during TEKONFEST 2023 İzmir. The large-sized EO system with higher performance than ASELFLIR-500 is being developed for AKINCI and AKSUNGUR UCAVs. SURALP weapon locating radar is in service with the Turkish Land Forces. The radar can detect rocket, artillery shell, and mortar (RAM) threats up to a range of 250 km. SURALP’s trajectory-finding capabilities are important for a precise and immediate counter-fire. AURA is being developed as a small, multi-use radar. The AESA radar will be able to detect UAVs and low-flying aircraft at longer ranges and have provisions for multi-faced use. Additionally, the radar will have a secondary detection capability against RAM threats. EFES-2024 Exercise is conducted in İzmir with participation from 48 countries, making it among the largest in Europe in terms of scale.