France's DGA decided to Upgrade AMX-56 Leclerc MBTs
France decided to upgrade AMX-56 Leclerc MBTs as the DGA secured a contract with Nexter in line with the decision. Platforms will be upgraded to XLR standards.
Defence News
Modernisation
Air
Bilateral Relations
Iranian Protection Against Israeli F-35 to Syria
According to the international media, Iran has deployed Syria's Bavar-373 air defence system to counter the Israeli threat.
Air
The First Black Hawk for Turkish Air Force
Turkish Aerospace has handed over the first locally assembled T-70 Black Hawk utility helicopter to the Turkish Air Force (TurAF).
Country
Interview / Exclusive File
Roketsan Targets Export Markets
Roketsan, has an eye on export markets. The company’s General Manager, Murat İkinci, told Anadolu Agency that they consider export markets essential.
Land
Lynx Production Line in Hungary Starts
Rheinmetall announced plans for a Lynx production line in Hungary past months. The company announced the initiation of pre-serial production in the plant.
Ammunition
Bilateral Relations
Pakistan to Send Ammunition to Ukraine
Many countries are sending military aid to Ukraine in response to Russian aggression. Pakistan is planning to deliver ammunition, according to local sources.
Air
Investment
TUSAŞ Opens Doors to Media
Turkish Aerospace CEO Professor Temel Kotil set up a press meeting at the TUSAS facility. He answered questions at the meeting.
Land
Myanmar Unveils New Domestic Weapons
Myanmar celebrated its 75th anniversary of independence on January 4, 2023. New domestic weapons are spotted during a military parade at Nay Pyi Taw.
Air
Russia Uses Su-57 Over Ukraine
Russian aggression in Ukraine has been ongoing for almost one year. Invaders are using even export systems and new platforms as well.
Air
Modernisation
Turkiye to Modernise Entire F-16 Fleet
The Defence Industry Executive Committee (SSİK), held in December 2022, decided to modernise Turkish F-16s.
Navy / Maritime
MİLGEM Negotiations will be Finalised by February
Exclusive sources confirmed TurDef's former news that three İstif Class frigates from MILGEM Programme will be built in private shipyards.
Navy / Maritime
Engine and Transmission
Anadolu May Not Experience Juan Carlos I's Problems
Problems experienced in the Spanish Landing Helicopter Dock (LHD) Juan Carlos I due to propulsion system malfunction came to the fore.
Air
Canada Orders 88 F-35A to get First Aircraft by 2026
Canada has officially ordered 88 F-35A by signing off on the final contract to replace the Canadian air force's (RCAF) ageing CF-18 Hornets.
Weapon / Missile
BUKSparrow for Ukraine
The US continues to supply weapons and defence systems to Ukraine. The U.S. is planning to deliver RIM-7 Sea Sparrow missiles to Ukraine.
