Burak Ege Bekdil
Burak Ege Bekdil was the Turkey correspondent for Defense News.
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Turkey’s Baykar to spend $100 million on Ukraine drone production
Company executives profess to view the war-torn country as a long-term, strategic partner rather than a short-term market.
Turkey to use cargo drones for logistics, with production to begin in 2021
The drone can reportedly carry 50 kilograms and is meant to provide logistic support for troops in combat zones, especially mountainous areas.
Turkey to launch its first armed unmanned surface vessel
ULAQ's manufacturers say it was built from advanced composites, has a 400-kilometer range and can travel up to 65 kph.
Turkey-Ukraine work on missile engine could open the door to tech transfer
"Turkey wants to develop an indigenous engine technology for various aerial platforms it has developed and plans to develop in the future. Technology transfer is key to doing business with Ankara."
Canadian block on drone parts shows Turkey’s defense industry still not independent
Despite major efforts in the last decade, Turkey still requires the import of key technologies for its homegrown defense articles.
Turkey transports S-400 air defense system for Black Sea tests
Turkey first tested the S-400 air defense system on American-made F-16 fighter jets in November.
Turkey eyes new markets for exports
Turkish government officials and industry executives are hoping to find new sales in what they see as emerging export markets in Pakistan, Bangladesh and Afghanistan.
Turkey develops AI-based simulator for light fighter jet
Hurjet 270, is designed to collect feedback from test pilots to make the design of Hurjet “better, more solid and more efficient.”
Turkey begins developing its first surface-to-surface, laser-guided missile
The missile is expected to complement Turkey’s unarmed TB2 Akinci drone fleet.
Ukraine and Turkey in talks to bolster industrial cooperation
Ukraine's deputy prime minister says the country is particularly hopeful on joint efforts to develop an aircraft engine.
