Zitat:Aselsan Advances Airborne Stand-Off Jammer Program for Turkish Air Force

Aselsan’s Bombardier Global 6000 Hava SOJ airborne stand-off jammer programme is progressing well, a company spokesperson said at WDS

The Turkish air force requirement to stop enemy radar and communication systems from functioning during offensive operations will allow offensive aircraft to enter safe zones. The Hava SOJ will stay airborne during operational missions for up to eight hours.

The three main onboard communications systems, comprising a communications jammer, radar jammer and communications intelligence/electronic intelligence (COMINT/ELINT), have all been developed by the Turkish company.
Testing was completed on the test-bed simulator last December and the system will be integrated into the first Global 6000 at Ankara-based Turkish Aerospace, which is partnering with Aselsan on the programme.

First flight awaits certification, a lengthy process that is expected to take up to two years.
Factory acceptance for the second and third Hava SOJs is expected this year, and integration will then follow the first example. All four Hava SOJ Global 6000s ordered in this configuration should be delivered to the Turkish air force by 2028.

In another similar project, known as IHA SOJ Hedet (UAV, stand-off jammer, communication electronic warfare), two Bayrak Bayraktar Akinci unmanned aircraft systems are being developed for jamming operations as well. One example will house a COMINT system and a COMINT jammer, and the other a ELINT system and ELINT jammer, with the ability to stay airborne for 17-18 hours.
Contracted in late 2023, both versions should be delivered by late-2026.

Aselsan has also worked on a Bayraktar TB2 jammer that was delivered in 2022 and which the company says is already combat-proven. Equipped with a 11kg electronic attack pod under each wing, the system operates in three different frequencies. The same source claims it can be fitted onto any Bayraktar TB2 within an hour.

The pod has also been fitted on the Turkish Aerospace Anka as well as the Bayraktar Akinci.

Zitat:Bayraktar TB3 UCAV operated in EFES-2024 for the first time
by Talha Batın Şahan May 31, 2024
Bayraktar TB3 UCAV operated in EFES-2024 for the first time
Bayraktar TB3 UCAV operated in EFES-2024 for the first time

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Bayraktar TB3 UCAV was used for the first time as part of the EFES-2024 Combined Joint Practical Firing Land Exercise.

One of the largest planned exercises of the Turkish Armed Forces, EFES-2024 Combined Joint Practical Firing Land Exercise’s Practical Firing Land Phase is being carried out between 9-30 May in the Gulf of Izmir and Doğanbey Firing Area.

On this matter, the Ministry of National Defence held a press briefing on the Distinguished Observer Day of the EFES-2024 Exercise. In the statement made by the Ministry of National Defence, remarks were made about the systems used during the exercise. The following remarks were made in the statement:

‘Our high-tech weapon systems, developed in line with the goal of a fully independent defence industry under the leadership of our President, are successfully used in the exercise. During the EFES-2024 Combined, Joint Practical Firing Land Exercise;

Zitat:ASELSAN Modernises E-7T AEW&C Aircraft
24 Jul 2024, 08:22 1 min

Air E/W Modernisation
ASELSAN Modernises E-7T AEW&C Aircraft
TUSAŞ has announced the maiden flight of the E-7T Peace Eagle AEW&C aircraft modernised with ASELSAN's ESM/ELINT systems. The modernisation carried out by ASELSAN replaced the Israeli EL/L-8382 system, and the maiden flight was made in June 2024, according to TUSAŞ magazine's 137th issue. Following the ESM/ELINT system localisation, the E-7T aircraft will additionally receive a more comprehensive modernisation.

E-7T is one of the backbones of Turkiye's situational awareness, with its long-range radar and onboard ESM/ELINT systems performing detection and providing information to all forces. The modernisation of ESM/ELINT capability with locally made systems is important, as well as the freedom of modifications and single libraries that can be formed without the risk of foreign observation.

E-7 is also used by the ROK (as Peace Eye) and Australia (as E-7A Wedgetail). The aircraft will serve as an interim replacement for the ageing E-3 Sentry during the AFSC family of systems development as the future NATO AEW&C platforms.

Zitat:Turkiye Considers Acquiring RAF's Second-Hand C-130
08 Aug 2024, 12:24 2 mins

Air
Turkiye Considers Acquiring RAF's Second-Hand C-130
The Turkish Air Force is planning to procure transport aircraft to meet its air transportation needs. According to information obtained by TurDef, significant progress has been made in this regard with the United Kingdom. The aircraft to be purchased to meet the needs of the Turkish Air Force have been reflected in public opinion for various reasons.

According to information obtained by TurDef, the priority of the Air Force is the various types of C-130 Hercules aircraft in the possession of the Royal Air Force. Although the transport capacity of these aircraft is not greater than alternative aircraft, their maintenance and logistics costs are much lower, and the flight hours of the aircraft in question are also low. Authorities noted that the United Kingdom is also very close to cooperation in this regard.

Zitat:Turkiye Made the First Payment of F-16 Viper
31 Oct 2024, 13:41 2 mins

Air
Turkiye Made the First Payment of F-16 Viper
Turkish Defence Ministry sources stated that the first payment for the F-16 Viper was completed, while technical negotiations are continuing.

Turkish Defence Ministry sources, in response to questions regarding the latest status of the Eurofighter and F-16 procurement, said, “Negotiations are ongoing with the United Kingdom government officials and manufacturing company officials from the Consortium member countries regarding the sale of the Eurofighter Typhoon aircraft to our country. We expect a positive outcome soon. The contracts have entered into force with the initial payment made within the scope of the F-16 Block-70 procurement. Technical negotiations are ongoing with the U.S. government officials and manufacturing company officials regarding the procurement of the F-16 Block-70 aircraft.”

Zitat:Eurofighter is in the Permission Process in Germany
14 Nov 2024, 12:03 2 mins

Air Bilateral Relations
Eurofighter is in the Permission Process in Germany
In response to questions regarding the latest status of Eurofighter procurement within the scope of Minister Yaşar Güler’s recent statements, Ministry of National Defence sources said, “The sale of the Eurofighter Typhoon aircraft to our country has previously been approved by the consortium member countries of the United Kingdom, Spain and Italy. Germany has approved the assignment of a Temporary Sales Authority for the sale of the aircraft. It is assessed that this will accelerate the procurement process. Technical level studies are ongoing for the procurement of the Eurofighter Typhoon aircraft, which is assessed to be an alternative to meet the operational needs of our Air Force Command.”

(17.11.2024, 00:03)Skywalker schrieb: Letztendlich ist die EF-2000 Beschaffung eine nichts weiter als eine Übergangslösung bis die Eigenentwickelten Kampfflugzeuge des Typs Kaan in ausreichender Stückzahl verfügbar sind.

(17.11.2024, 10:04)Helios schrieb: "Ausreichend" ist eine interessante Wortwahl, die Turkei fliegt bis heute Phantom offensichtlich weil nie eine "ausreichende" Zahl an F-16 beschafft werden konnte. Auch mit den neuen Bestellungen (F-16V und Eurofighter) werden perspektivisch über 200 weitaus ältere Maschinen zu ersetzen sein. Ich denke wir können davon ausgehen, dass die neuen Flugzeuge eine lange Zeit im Dienst der türkischen Luftstreitkräfte stehen werden.

Zitat:Turkish Army Uses KORKUT SPAAG For Fire Support
18 Nov 2024, 18:04 2 mins

Weapon / Missile
Turkish Army Uses KORKUT SPAAG For Fire Support
Turkish MoD released footage of KORKUT SPAAG being utilised for fire support against PKK terrorists in the Claw-Lock operation zone in Iraq.

In most cases, fire support in ground forces is a mission left to tanks, IFVs, and artillery, but sometimes, the potential of air defence weaponry in said missions is brought up.

KORKUT 35 mm SPAAG's use for fire support in the Turkish Army's counter-terrorism operations is one recent example of such a situation. Thanks to being compatible with HE-I ammunition alongside ATOM airburst ammunition of ASELSAN, the dual-barreled SPAAG with a combined fire rate of 1100 RPM can sometimes be more effective at suppressing enemy personnel than tanks.

(19.11.2024, 23:28)Skywalker schrieb: Man fliegt die Phantom nicht weil man nicht eine ausreichende Anzahl F-16 beschaffen konnte, sondern weil man aus dem F-35 Programm ausgeschlossen wurde.

Zitat:Die türkische Luftwaffe verfügt über ungefähr 240 F-16 C/D der Konfigurationen Block 30/40/50 & 50+ mit CFT, dass ist genug für ein Mehrzweckkampfflugzeug. Es fehlen mehr Flugzeuge die für Luftüberlegenheit geeignet sind und Jabos vergleichbar der F15 E die eine hohe Waffenlast tragen können.

Zitat:New Turkish F-16 Plan Lowers the Budget
27 Nov 2024, 13:14 3 mins

Air Ammunition Modernisation
New Turkish F-16 Plan Lowers the Budget
Turkiye cut F-16 procurement budgets without giving up on missiles and ammunition. The new plan without modernisation kits is limited to $7 billion.
Turkish Defence Minister Yaşar Güler presented the ministry’s 2025 budget to the Parliament and provided detailed information about the most recent procurement programmes.
It is known that Turkish–U.S. negotiations over F-16 procurement have been at a stall for a long time. The U.S. DSCA announced the procurement plans with $23 billion on January 26, 2024. The initial plan included the procurement of 40 F-16 Vipers, modernisation kits to upgrade 79 F-16 jets to Block 70 level, and various missiles and ammunition.
According to Güler’s statement, Turkiye will acquire 40 F-16 Viper as planned. The modernisation kits are no longer in the interest as Turkiye will continue with the Özgür Project. Turkiye will also acquire ammunition and missiles.

Zitat:Turkiye Changes its F-16 Block 70 and F-35 Strategy
27 Nov 2024, 00:18 3 mins

Air Weapon / Missile Modernisation
Turkiye Changes its F-16 Block 70 and F-35 Strategy
Speaking at the Committee on Plan and Budget, Turkish Minister of Defence Yaşar Güler signalled a possible change of strategy on F-35 fighters and F-16s.

During his speech, Güler gave an update regarding the U.S.’s stance on the delivery of F-35 fighter jets to Turkiye:

“After we developed the KAAN fighter jet, the U.S. officials have changed their mind regarding the F-35. They are now saying that they can deliver the jets. We re-sent our offer for F-35.”

In response to a member of the Turkish Grand National Assembly’s question on whether Turkiye will re-join the F-35 production line, Güler said:

“We insisted on our share of the production line being given back and sent our request for 40 F-35 fighter jets.”

In an exclusive interview, U.S. sources answering TurDef’s inquiry regarding the possibility of Turkiye returning to the F-35 JSF programme stated that Turkiye’s previous role as an essential industrial partner in the program, from producing central fuselages to being even a sole component supplier is acknowledged. The sources added that growing global demand for the F-35 could open room for renewed Turkish involvement.