The HÜRKUŞ trainer aircraft, developed by the Turkish defense industry and produced by TUSAŞ, has successfully completed its test flight before being delivered to the Turkish Air Force for pilot training programs.
Test Flight Highlights
During the test flight, HÜRKUŞ achieved the following performance metrics:
- Altitude: 6,500 feet
- Speed: 140 knots
- Duration: 20 minutes
Steady Steps Toward the Future
This milestone highlights the advanced technological capabilities of Turkey’s domestic defense projects. Specifically designed for pilot training, HÜRKUŞ is seen as a critical asset in addressing the operational needs of the Turkish Air Force.
Olsun artık dökülen kanlarımın hepsi helal! 🇹🇷
Pilotlarımızın eğitimi için Hava Kuvvetlerimize teslim edilecek olan HÜRKUŞ uçuşunu başarıyla tamamladı.
✅6.500 feet irtifa
✅140 knot hız
✅20 dakika uçuş süresiHedeflerimize doğru emin adımlarla ilerliyoruz. ✈️ pic.twitter.com/12ZU8hPqoP
— Türk Havacılık Uzay Sanayii (@TUSAS_TR) December 30, 2024
Key Features of HÜRKUŞ
- Modern Avionics Systems: Equipped with advanced technologies to provide future pilots with a cutting-edge flight experience.
- High Maneuverability: Offers realistic scenarios for enhanced training.
- Local Production: Developed entirely with indigenous technologies by TUSAŞ engineers.
Projects like HÜRKUŞ continue to strengthen Turkey’s independence in aviation and aerospace technologies, marking significant progress toward achieving the goals of the country’s defense industry.
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