New armament programs from Turkey and Tayfun mass production

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Ankara also insists on F-16s from the US, “running the necessary preparations” – “Absolute necessity” an independent defense industry

In the meeting held at the Presidential Palace under the presidency of Erdogan, issues related to the addition of new weapon systems were discussed, reports SKAI’s correspondent in Istanbul. Manolis Kostidis.

“In our domestic and national systems used by the Turkish Armed Forces and security units and decisions were made on 25 different projects. To strengthen the air defense of our country. Decisions have been made for new mass production of SİPER, HİSAR and SUNGUR systems.

Along with the rockets TAYFUN, ATMACA, TRLG-230, KARAOK, GÖKDOĞAN and BOZDOĞANdecisions were made to mass produce various ammunition for the AKYA torpedo and various platforms.

In addition, it was decided that ships 6-7-8 will be built in the framework of the MİLGEM project, as well as the supply of ships (i-class frigates)”, the announcement states and continues:

“Evaluated the latest situation in KIZILELMAour unmanned combat aircraft, which successfully completed its first test flight staying in the air for 5 hours, and new capabilities for our UAVs were discussed.

Various projects have also been decided to modernize our F-16s, new electronic warfare and radar systems, various air, land and naval platforms, communication and information systems, equipment and equipment, simulation, logistics and cyber security.”

The meeting also stressed that there is an absolute need for a fully independent defense industry.

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