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Trump's visit to Ankara for the NATO summit could pave the way for Turkey to receive more F110 engines for its KAAN stealth fighter, but the long-running F-35 dispute tied to CAATSA sanctions and the S-400 purchase remains unresolved, keeping Turkey's fifth-generation ambitions contingent on U.S. congressional action and accelerating its push toward self-reliance.
A Daily Sabah report says Turkey and Saudi Arabia may jointly invest in Turkey’s Kaan stealth fighter, following Erdogan’s meetings in Saudi Arabia, as Ankara pursues 5th-generation capabilities after being sidelined from the F-35 program due to the S-400. Production of Kaan is eyed for 2028, with talks of Saudi collaboration reflecting broader regional defense deals, though Israel and Western concerns about such a partnership linger.
Turkey's domestically built fifth-generation fighter aircraft, KAAN, successfully completed its maiden flight, reaching an altitude of 8,000 feet and achieving a speed of 230 knots. The aircraft, previously known as TF-X, has evolved into a multirole asset and is part of Turkey's ambitious plans for sixth-generation capabilities. While Turkey looks to bolster its air force with fourth-generation options like Eurofighter Typhoons and F-16 fighters, KAAN is seen as a significant tactical aviation asset with potential export opportunities, as demonstrated by Azerbaijan's involvement in the program.
Turkey's first locally made combat aircraft, the Kaan, completed its maiden flight at the Akinci air base near Ankara, reaching a speed of 230 knots and an altitude of 8,000 feet. The program aims to field a fifth-generation combat aircraft to replace the country’s F-16 fleet, with plans to develop an indigenous turbofan engine. The initial delivery of Kaan is scheduled for 2028, with the aim to produce two jets per month after 2029.