Another important step was taken in Turkey’s defense industry. A cooperation protocol was signed between the 5th Main Maintenance Factory Directorate and TRMOTOR to develop a domestic engine for the National Combat Aircraft (MMU) KAAN. Here are the details…
Domestic engine is being developed for MMU KAAN! Cooperation protocol signed
5. Main Maintenance Factory Directorate and TRMOTOR came together to develop the domestic power units of the aircraft within the scope of the National Combat Aircraft MMU KAAN Project carried out by the Presidency of Defense Industries (SSB). The target is to domestically produce critical subsystems such as the Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) and Air Turbine Starting System (ATSS).
Defense Industry President Prof. Dr. İsmail Demir emphasized that the development of domestic engines for MMU KAAN has an important place in Turkey’s technological independence goal. The parties stated that this agreement will open a new page in Turkey’s aviation history, stating that MMU will not only meet the need for combat aircraft, but also new generation aircraft They stated that they would also provide the necessary infrastructure for production.
MMU KAAN successfully completed its second flight!
National Combat Aircraft (MMU KAAN) successfully completed its second test flight after its first flight. Here are the details…
TRMOTOR General Manager Dr. Osman Dur, Emphasizing the strategic importance of domestic aircraft engine and power systems, including KAAN, he stated that Turkey has taken important steps towards possessing these technologies. He stated that Turkey aims to reinforce its independence in this field with its trained human resources and technological know-how.
With this cooperation, it is aimed to further strengthen Turkey’s capabilities in the field of defense industry and increase strategic independence through domestic production. We expect these developments to further increase Turkey’s power in the aviation and defense industry and its competitiveness in the international arena.
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