Turkey has achieved a historic milestone in the defense industry! Baykar has successfully developed Turkey’s first unmanned combat aircraft, Bayraktar Kızılelma, through national and original design. Following its ground roll tests, Kızılelma took its maiden flight, marking a turning point in Turkish aviation history.
The Kızılelma Project: Setting the Global Standard in Speed and Innovation
Initiated in 2021 with Baykar’s 100% equity, the Kızılelma project achieved readiness for its maiden flight at a record-breaking pace. This remarkable feat is not only a monumental achievement for Turkey but also a globally significant advancement in the field of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and defense technologies.
Statement from Haluk Bayraktar on the Historic Flight
Baykar Defense CEO Haluk Bayraktar shared his thoughts on social media:
“A milestone in our nation’s aviation history! With the Kızılelma project, initiated in 2021 with Baykar’s entirely independent resources, we completed the maiden flight in a record time of just one year. May it bring prosperity to our homeland, our nation, and all regions that share Turkey’s vision and heart.”
Yürünecek kocaman bir yol var!
There’s a vast road to march!
HEDEF #KIZILELMA ✈️🚀🍎
📺 1. & 2. Bölümü Tek Parça İzlemek için / Watch Episodes 1 & 2 Together in a Single Release: https://t.co/Fgwvj8duSW pic.twitter.com/JfnGNQLvS4
— Selçuk Bayraktar (@Selcuk) January 12, 2025
Features of Bayraktar Kızılelma
Bayraktar Kızılelma is an unmanned combat aircraft developed in line with future warfare concepts. It boasts superior capabilities such as high maneuverability, radar invisibility, and artificial intelligence integration. This innovative design provides a significant competitive edge both in the defense industry and in the international market.
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