Kaan (formerly TF-X)

By Tony Osborne
Just days after Azerbaijan was inducted into the Kaan combat aircraft program, Turkey is planning to begin negotiations with Pakistan to do the same.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Tony Osborne
The defense relationship between Azerbaijan and Turkey is tightening through cooperation on the Kaan fighter, but Baku’s role in the program remains foggy.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Tony Osborne
Azerbaijan has joined Turkey as a development partner for the Kaan indigenous combat aircraft.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Steve Trimble
Turkish Aerospace CEO Temel Kotil also confirmed that Ukrainian-built helicopter engine deliveries are continuing despite the ongoing war with Russia.
Paris Air Show

By Graham Warwick
Our roundup of the main aerospace and defense stories making the news this week.
Aerospace

By Tony Osborne
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan formally named the country’s new TF-X indigenous fighter on May 1.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Tony Osborne
Turkish Aerospace is expected to formally roll out at least three new products and reveal details on enhancements to existing types.
Defense and Space

By Tony Osborne
Although the rollout event was canceled, Turkish Aerospace Industries released images of the TF-X on March 18.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Tony Osborne
The first prototype of Turkey’s indigenous combat aircraft, TF-X, has begun engine runs, but a rollout planned for March 18 has been postponed.
Aircraft & Propulsion