Egypt to order ten Anka UAVs from Turkey
Egypt is likely to become the first export customer for Turkey's Anka UAV - with more orders from the Middle East to follow, manufacturer TAI said.
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in Defence Alenia Aermacchi and TAI sign agreement to jointly explore new markets.
Posted 8 May 2013
Alenia Aermacchi and TAI have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) formalising the interest of both companies in expanding industrial and commercial cooperation on products of mutual interest and
in Defence Marshall Land Systems and UTC Aerospace Systems to provide ISTAR solutions to the Middle East
Posted 8 May 2013
New ISTAR (Intelligence, Surveillance and Target Acquisition) imagery ground control stations are to enter service with two Middle East armed forces in the next 12 months following
in Defence FLYHT receives order for seven AFIRS 228 Systems for Middle East C-130
Posted 8 May 2013
FLYHT Aerospace Solutions has received a purchase order from a major avionics integrator for seven AFIRS 228 (Automated Flight Information Reporting System) for Lockheed Martin C-130 Hercules aircraft owned
in Defence / Events Embraer steps up its game with presence at IDEF
Posted 4 May 2013
Embraer Defense & Security is stepping up its marketing drive in the region and is demonstrating that with its participation at this week's International Defence Industry Fair (IDEF'13), which takes place May 7-10 at the Tüyap Fair
in Defence Boeing rolls out Saudi's new F-15 variant
Posted 1 May 2013
Boeing has rolled out the F-15SA, ushering in a new era in fighter aircraft capability and affordability for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
in Air Transport / Defence Dubai bound freighter crashes in Afghanistan
Posted 30 April 2013 · 2 Comments
A Boeing 747 cargo jet believed to be carrying military cargo to Dubai has crashed on departure from Afghanistan.
in Defence PHOTOS: Latest Saudi Typhoons battle winds for Malta tech-stop
Posted 25 April 2013
The latest pair of Saudi Typhoons lived up to their name when they arrived in Malta for a technical stop on their way to the Kingdom today.
in Defence Saudi Tornados back in action after upgrades
Posted 24 April 2013
The upgrading of the Royal Saudi Air Force Tornados has been completed. The final aircraft being returned being photographed at Malta on its route back to the Kingdom.
in Defence / Training / Events Northrop Grumman launches third annual Innovation Challenge Flying Competition for Emirati Students
Posted 24 April 2013
Northrop Grumman Corporation has announced the start of the 2013 Innovation Challenge Flying Competition.
in Home / Defence / General Aviation / Flight Services & Support Donaldson expands alliance with Global Aviation Services
Posted 23 April 2013
Donaldson Aerospace & Defense is expanding its strategic alliance with Bahrain-based Global Aviation Services (GAS) to cover sales and support of filtration solutions for fixed-wing general aviation aircraft and
in Defence / Events Preliminary agenda announced for DIAC
Posted 12 April 2013
The Institute for Near East & Gulf Military Analysis (INEGMA) has announced the preliminary agenda for the 6th edition of the Dubai Air Chiefs Conference (DIAC).
in Defence / Training CAE to build simulator centre for Kuwait Air Force
Posted 5 April 2013
The Kuwait Air Force is to get a new simulator training facility for the KC130-J aircraft.
in Defence Saudi Air Force takes delivery of first multi-role tanker and transport aircraft
Posted 28 February 2013
The Royal Saudi Air Force has formally inducted into service the Airbus Military A330 MRTT new generation tanker/transport aircraft.
in Defence AASM zeroes in on moving targets and is proven on Rafale
Posted 28 February 2013
Sagem is ready to begin delivery of the AASM SBU-54 laser terminal guidance version of the Hammer weapon to the French Air Force pending administrative clearance by the DGA. Clearance is expected within a matter of weeks and will
in Defence Super Tucano gets the nod for Afghanistan role
Posted 28 February 2013
The Afghan air force is to receive 20 Embraer A-29 Super Tucano light attack aircraft following a new deal between the USAF, supplier Sierra Nevada and OEM Embraer.
in Defence Yemeni fighter plane crashes in Sanaa
Posted 19 February 2013
A Yemeni fighter plane has crashed in a residential area of the Yemeni capital, Sanaa, killing several people, reports Reuters.
in Defence IDEX: Piaggio Aero Industries and Selex ES present the P.1HH 'HammerHead' UAS
Posted 18 February 2013
Piaggio Aero Industries, together with Selex ES, today presented the Piaggio Aero P.1HH 'HammerHead' - Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) at IDEX 2013.
in Defence IDEX: BAE Systems continues to provide critical F-16 support equipment to Oman
Posted 18 February 2013
BAE Systems received a contract valued at nearly $23 million to provide F-16 support equipment, test systems, and spares to the government of Oman.
in Defence IDEX: Boeing and ADASI sign teaming agreement for unmanned aircraft systems
Posted 18 February 2013
Boeing and Abu Dhabi Autonomous Systems Investments Company (ADASI) have signed a teaming agreement for the two companies to address the growing Middle East market for unmanned systems.
in Defence / Business Aviation / General Aviation / Maintenance New deal to reduce downtime on Mid East helicopter operations
Posted 18 February 2013
Performance worries over military and commercial helicopter operations in the harsh conditions of the Middle East deserts could be eased with a new distributorship deal signed today.
in Defence / Business Aviation IDEX 2013: Selex solution to missile threats against aircraft and helicopters
Posted 18 February 2013
A global terror threat of missile attack against fixed wing aircraft or helicopters is being met head on by one exhibitor at IDEX – the defence and security event opening in Abu Dhabi today.
in Defence Sukhoi Superjet100 Long Range has performed its maiden flight
Posted 14 February 2013
The Sukhoi Superjet100 Long Range (SSJ100LR) jet performed its maiden flight on February 12.
in Defence IDEX 2013: Thales to showcase air mission system capabilities
Posted 13 February 2013
Thales will be participating in IDEX 17-21 February 2013 in the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC), UAE, showcasing its air mission system capabilities, advanced optronics and communications systems.
in Defence / Events IDEX 2013: BAE Systems to showcase regional partnerships
Posted 11 February 2013
In demonstrating BAE Systems' strengths in working in partnership with other companies, the company's products will not only be showcased on its own stand at IDEX 2013 but also on others, including International Golden Group,
in Defence Under the skin of the new Iranian stealth fighter
Posted 7 February 2013
Further details are emerging on the new fighter jet unveiled by Iran earlier this week. The F313 “Qaher” – which means conquer in Farsi - is described as a new stealth fighter with short take off and landing capability.
in Defence UAE takes delivery of its first A330 multi role tanker and transport aircraft
Posted 6 February 2013
Airbus Military has delivered the first of three new generation A330 MRTT multi-role tanker transport aircraft ordered by the United Arab Emirates.
in Defence CMC SparrowHawk set for Saudi and Qatari trainers
Posted 6 February 2013
The latest generation CMA-9000 flight management system SparrowHawk from Esterline CMC Electronics which included head-up display (HUD) has been selected by Qatar and Saudi air forces for their new PC-21 turboprop training aircraft.
in Defence Tawazun ties up with Saab for defence radar systems
Posted 4 February 2013
Abu Dhabi Tawazun, is to partner with Sweden's defence and security company Saab, to create the Middle East region's first facility for the development, manufacture, assembly and integration of radar systems.
in Defence / People BAE Systems appoints new head of Middle East business
Posted 3 February 2013
BAE Systems has announced the appointment of a new regional managing director for the Middle East and Africa.
in Defence Anka successfully completes acceptance tests
Posted 29 January 2013
The acceptance test campaign of Anka Medium Altitude Long Endurance UAV System, which was designed and developed by Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI), was successfully completed with the last test flights held between January 20-22 2013.
in Defence / Training Alenia breathes new life into turboprop trainer programme
Posted 29 January 2013
Alenia Aermacchi's upgraded turboprop – the SF-260TP primary and basic trainer- now equipped with a glass cockpit, an enhanced multi-spectral vision system and an upgraded air conditioning system has completed its first
in Defence Thales delivers first maritime surveillance aircraft to Turkey
Posted 29 January 2013
Thales has achieved delivery of the first of three maritime surveillance aircraft under the Meltem II programme for Turkey.
in Defence / General Aviation / Training UAV competition launched for UAE
Posted 18 January 2013
Northrop Grumman and Abu Dhabi's Higher College of Technology have launched the 2013 Innovation Challenge unmanned aircraft competition.
in Defence Egypt doubles its C295 fleet with new Airbus order
Posted 16 January 2013
The Egyptian Air Force will double its C295 transport fleet following an order with Airbus Military today for six additional aircraft bringing the fleet to a total of 12 aircraft.
in Defence Saudi Arabia awards new Tornado engine support contract to Rolls-Royce
Posted 16 January 2013
Following agreement between the Governments of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the United Kingdom, under the Saudi British Defence Cooperation Programme, Rolls-Royce has signed a contract to provide support
in Defence ST Aerospace secures C130 contract from Royal Air Force of Oman
Posted 15 January 2013
ST Aerospace has announced that it has secured a contract to provide the Royal Air Force of Oman (RAFO) with a full scale maintenance and modernisation solution for three of its C130 Hercules aircraft. ST Aerospace will
in Defence / General Aviation Turkish forests are ringing the Bell for protection
Posted 22 December 2012
Bell Helicopter has signed an agreement with the Turkish government for the supply of five Bell 429 rotor craft. The 429s will be operated by the Turkish General Directorate of Forestry (TGDF) to protect forest resources and
in Defence Oman agrees on Typhoon and Hawk purchase.
Posted 21 December 2012
The Royal Air Force of Oman has formally agreed a $4.2 billion deal with BAE Systems for Typhoon and Hawk aircraft.
in Air Transport / Defence / Business Aviation / General Aviation / Show News MEBA2012: Minister reveals Bahrain airport expansion plan
Posted 13 December 2012
Bahrain is set to announce further expansion of the country's international airport and increase the opportunities for business aviation.
in Defence Boeing delivers Qatar's 4th C-17 Globemaster III
Posted 12 December 2012
Boeing has delivered the Qatar Emiri Air Force's fourth C-17 Globemaster III in Long Beach. The delivery reflects Qatar's agreement with the US government to acquire two additional C-17s.
in Defence Iran's captured UAV is confirmed as a US-built ScanEagle
Posted 5 December 2012
The UAV captured by Iran has been confirmed as being an American Boeing Scan Eagle.
in Defence Oman successfully fires first VL MICA air defence missile
Posted 4 December 2012
European defence manufacturer MBDA confirmed today that the Royal Guard of Oman (RGO) has successfully carried out the first operational firing of a VL MICA missile.
in Defence Saudi buys C4I system from Raytheon
Posted 30 November 2012
Saudi Arabia has signed a 'direct commercial sale' contract with Raytheon for a Command, Control, Communications, Computers and Intelligence (C4I) . The system will be delivered by Raytheon's Network Centric Systems business.
in Defence Egypt raises the Anka while it waits for Predator approval
Posted 26 November 2012
As Egypt awaits clearance from Washington for its bid to purchase Predator unmanned air vehicles, Turkey has stepped in to offer the Anka UAV made by Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI)
in Defence / Features Syrian opposition unification puts west to the test as rebels lay grounds for no-fly zone
Posted 14 November 2012
Riad Kahwaji, the chief executive of INEGMA looks at the situation in Syria and at this week's developments in Doha
in Defence Saudi Arabia in $6.5billion bid for new Hercules
Posted 13 November 2012
Saudi Arabia is close to signing a deal worth more than $6.5 billion with Lockheed Martin as it seeks to modernise its airlift and inflight refuelling capabilities.
in Defence Algerian C295 crashes in France
Posted 10 November 2012
An Airbus military C295 belonging to the Algerian Air Force crashed in the area of Lozere in the South of France at around 15:45 local time yesterday.
in Defence UK Prime Minister in region to tout the Typhoon
Posted 5 November 2012
British Prime Minister David Cameron is in Dubai today as part of a three-day tour of the Gulf and the Middle East in a bid to cement UK arms sales with a particular emphasis on persuading the United Arab Emirates to buy 60 of BAE's Typhoon jets in a
in Defence Saudi Air Force to get upgraded F-15S as part of modernisation deal
Posted 3 November 2012
The Pentagon has confirmed a major upgrade of Boeing F-15S aircraft for the Saudi Arabian Air Force as part of a modernisation programme valued at more than $4 billion.
in Defence Lockheed adds persistent surveillance to Dragon ISR system
Posted 24 October 2012
Lockheed Martin has added a persistent surveillance option to its Dragon series of ISR systems.
in Defence Iraq buys 28 Czech L-159s
Posted 15 October 2012
The Governments of the Republic of Iraq and the Czech Republic have today announced that the Iraqi Government has ordered 28 L-159 light attack aircraft.
in Defence CAE to provide KC-130J simulator for Kuwait Air Force
Posted 15 October 2012
CAE has won a contract to design and manufacture a KC-130J full-mission simulator for the Kuwait Air Force.
in Defence Iraqi Government looks to purchase L-159s
Posted 12 October 2012
Iraq's Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki headed an official delegation of Iraqi ministers who visited Aero Vodochody today, primarily to discuss the Iraqi Government's interest in purchasing L-159 aircraft.
in Air Transport / Defence Turkey forces down Syrian aircraft to confiscate cargo
Posted 11 October 2012
Turkish F-16 jets forced down a Syrian Arab airliner en route from Moscow to Damascus to land after intelligence reports said it was carrying cargo banned by civil-aviation rules. Turkey confiscated the cargo among suggestions
in Defence C-17 closure threat lifted
Posted 10 October 2012
The threat of line closure of the Boeing C-17 programme has been lifted following a $2 billion contract from the US government that will allow Boeing to continue providing vital military and humanitarian airlift capability around the world.
in Air Transport / Defence Azza crash in Sudan - repeat of Sharjah fatal incident
Posted 8 October 2012
The airline that suffered a fatal crash on departure from Sharjah three years ago has suffered a similar disaster in Sudan.
in Defence QEAF works with Symbiotics and DCI on pilot aptitude solution
Posted 2 October 2012
The Qatar Emiri Air Force (QEAF) has been working with Défense Conseil International (DCI) and Symbiotics Ltd, to implement a new aircrew pre-selection solution that helps stream potential pilots (fixed and rotary wing)
in Defence Tawazun creates African partnership for UAE's precision-weapon manufacture
Posted 20 September 2012
The UAE Air Force will be the first to fly new precision-guided systems that will be manufactured in the UAE.
in Defence / Business & Finance EADS and BAE Systems in merger talks to create world's largest aerospace and defence company
Posted 13 September 2012
BAE Systems and EADS have told the London Stock Exchange that they are in talks over a possible merger that would create the world's largest aerospace and defence company.
in Defence Oman accepts first Super Hercules
Posted 7 September 2012
The first C-130J Super Hercules for the Sultanate of Oman was formally accepted at a recent ceremony at Lockheed Martin's Marietta facility.
in Defence Iraqi Air Force F-16 training takes off in Arizona
Posted 4 September 2012
While the Republic of Iraq anticipates an initial delivery of F-16 Fighting Falcons in September 2014, the pilots who will fly them have embarked on an historic partnership with the Arizona Air National Guard's 162nd Fighter Wing in the
in Defence / Events ILA: Diamond to unveil airbourne radio detection on Guardian
Posted 4 September 2012
Diamond Aircraft's DA42 Guardian equipped with a radio detection system is being launched at the ILA show in Berlin next week
in Defence / Technology / Maintenance / Flight Services & Support / Training ERA Technology opens office in Abu Dhabi
Posted 3 September 2012
ERA Technology, provider of specialist technical consultancy services, has opened a new office in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
in Defence RMAF to receive three Block 52 F-16s
Posted 29 August 2012
The Royal Moroccan Air Force (RMAF) is set to receive three of the 24 Block 52 configuration of the F-16C/D aircraft which will form a central part of its modern fleet of fighters.
in Defence Oman's new C-130J takes flight
Posted 15 August 2012
A new C-130J Super Hercules for the Sultanate of Oman successfully conducted a test flight last week at Lockheed Martin's Marietta facility in the US.
in Defence Saudi becomes world's largest non-US F110 customer
Posted 8 August 2012
The Royal Saudi Air Force (RSAF) has ordered 193 F110-GE-129E engines to power 84 new twin-engine Boeing F-15SA aircraft. With the order the RSAF becomes the largest operator of F110 engines other than the U.S. government. This follows
in Defence Lebanon requests Huey IIs to augment helicopter fleet
Posted 2 August 2012
Lebanon's defence force has called on the US Government to allow the sale of six Huey II helicopters and associated equipment, parts, training and logistical support.
in Defence Typhoon's bid to UAE will include new radar technology
Posted 30 July 2012
The UAE will get the benefits of a new technology development in the Eurofighter Typhoon if it selects the aircraft for its multi-role combat type, the European partnership said today.
in Defence / Training Hurkus achieves design certification for TAI
Posted 21 July 2012
Turkish manufacturer TAI has been awarded the EASA design certification for its new military trainer the Hurkus.
in Defence Airbus Military begins final assembly of the first A400M for Turkey
Posted 12 July 2012
The Airbus Military A400M final assembly line in Seville (Spain) has begun working on the first A400M for the Turkish Air Force.
in Defence Airbus Military C295 certified for civic operations
Posted 11 July 2012
Airbus Military has obtained civil certification of the C295 transport in a move which responds to the evolving requirements of agencies and operators conducting humanitarian and other 'civic' operations.
in Defence Farnborough: Pannesma enters joint venture deal with Raytheon for Saudi market
Posted 10 July 2012
Saudi-based Atheeb subsidiary Pannesma has signed a joint venture agreement with Raytheon to support its command, control comnunications, computer and intelligence (C4I) defence business.
in Defence Morocco orders AIM-9X sidewinders for F-16s
Posted 10 July 2012
Raytheon's AIM-9X Block II Sidewinder air-to-air missile has been ordered by Morocco for integration with its 24 Lockheed Martin F-16 fighters.
in Defence Farnborough: Oman selects F-16 engines
Posted 9 July 2012
Oman has selected the General Electric F110-GE-129D for the 12 Lockheed Martin F-16C/D Block 50 fighters it ordered last year. Deliveries are due to begin next year.
in Defence A400M engine woes sees aircraft remaining static at show
Posted 5 July 2012
Newsagency Reuters has reported that the Airbus A400M has pulled out of the flying display at next week's Farnborough Airshow due to continued engine problems.
in Defence / Business Aviation / General Aviation / Route Planning & Tourism Aerospace supply chain facing huge backlog of orders, says AlixPartners Study
Posted 5 July 2012
Following a boom in commercial aircraft orders in 2011, a year which saw the launch of the Airbus A320 NEO and the Boeing 737 MAX, the aerospace industry is now faced with having to deliver a huge backlog.
in Defence Embraer teams with Boeing to give KC-390 global appeal
Posted 28 June 2012
Embraer's KC-390 programme has been given an extra credibility boost with the addition of Boeing to its partners on the project
in Defence Turkey issues border warning to Syria
Posted 26 June 2012
Turkey has changed its military rules of engagement following the "hostile attack" in which Syria shot down a Turkish plane that strayed into its territory, the BBC has reported.
in Defence Search continues for wreckage of Turkish Phantom shot down by Syria
Posted 23 June 2012
Turkish and Syrian navy vessels are searching for the pilots and wreckage of a Turkish F-4 aircraft which was shot down by Syrian forces yesterday.
in Defence Airbus Military A400M demonstrates loading of helicopters
Posted 19 June 2012
Airbus Military has successfully demonstrated the loading of NH Industries NH90 and Eurocopter EC725 helicopters onto the A400M new generation airlifter.
in Defence / Maintenance MEPC opens new doors for world class military engine service in Riyadh
Posted 19 June 2012
The Middle East Propulsion Company (MEPC) has opened a new maintenance facility at King Khalid international airport.
in Defence Tawazun makes its debut at international defense and security exhibition in Paris
Posted 12 June 2012
Tawazun is joining hundreds of politics and military decision-makers, manufacturers and contractors at the biennial international land and airland defense and security trade show, Eurosatory,
in Defence Kuwait military undergoes medevac scenario training
Posted 11 June 2012
The U.S. Third Army has teamed with the Kuwaiti military for a joint medical evacuation exercise at Camp Arifjan in Kuwait according to the US magazine, Rotor and Wing,
in Defence Boeing awarded radar contract for RSAF AWACS
Posted 6 June 2012
Boeing is being awarded a $66,814,404 military sales contract for the installation of Group A and B radar system improvement kits for the Royal Saudi Air Force (RSAF) fleet of five Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) aircraft.
in Defence / Training Royal Saudi Air Force awards BAE Systems £1.6 bn contract to enhance training capability
Posted 23 May 2012
BAE Systems has today been awarded a contract for £1.6 billion to support the future aircrew training requirements of the Royal Saudi Air Force (RSAF).
in Defence UAE takes delivery of fifth C-17 Globemaster
Posted 22 May 2012
A fifth Boeing C-17 Globemaster III airlifter has been delivered to the United Arab Emirates air force. A sixth will be added the the UAE fleet laterthis year.
in Defence Oman orders eight Airbus Military C295 aircraft
Posted 21 May 2012
The Royal Air Force of Oman (RAFO) today signed a contract with Airbus Military for the acquisition of eight C295 aircraft, five of them configured as tactical transports and three as maritime patrol aircraft (MPA).
in Defence Helicopter Service Company to open centralised call centre
Posted 18 May 2012
Helicopter Service Company (HSC) is moving ahead with the creation of an integrated system of aftersales servicing of Russian-made helicopters.
in Defence Russian Helicopters showcases new-look medium multi-role Ka-62
Posted 17 May 2012
Russian Helicopters today presented the new model of the medium multi-role Ka-62 at the 5th international helicopter exhibition HeliRussia 2012.
in Defence / Technology Cobham's kit on MD5230F helicopters set for Afghanistan
Posted 8 May 2012
Three Cobham business units are to provide critical components for six MD530F training helicopters bound for Shindand Air Base in Afghanistan, the company said today.
in Defence / General Aviation Soaring commercial aviation market drives best year yet for aerospace and defence industry
Posted 8 May 2012
The aerospace and defence (A&D) industry experienced a record year in 2011 on the strength of a surging commercial aviation market, according to the Aerospace and Defence 2011 year in
in Defence KADDB to open service centre for L-3 Wescam products in Jordan
Posted 7 May 2012
L-3 WESCAM a major player in the design and manufacture of stabilized, multi-spectral airborne imaging systems is set to sign a service centre agreement with King Abdullah II Design and Development Bureau (KADDB) in
in Defence UK defence industry heads to Jordan in force
Posted 4 May 2012
UK companies are demonstrating through numbers the importance of the Middle East market at Special Operations Forces Exhibitions and Conference 2012 (SOFEX) in Jordan.
in Defence Eurocopter plans massive presence at next week's SOFEX event
Posted 4 May 2012
The latest EC635 to be used by the Royal Jordanian Air Force for law enforcement is to be the centrepiece of a broad display by Eurocopter at next week's Special Operations Forces Exhibition & Conference (SOFEX) to be held
in Defence Russian Helicopters delivers rescue helicopter to EMERCOM
Posted 4 May 2012
Russian Helicopters has delivered to the Emergency Situations Ministry (EMERCOM) of the Republic of Kazakhstan two modified coaxial Ka-32A11BC rescue helicopters. The delivery of the Ka-32A11BC helicopters marks the quick
in Defence Kazakhstan orders eight more Eurocopter EC145s
Posted 3 May 2012
The Kazakhstan government has placed additional orders for eight EC145 helicopters in terms of a framework agreement covering 45 of these multi-role rotorcrafts, which are to be assembled in-country by the Eurocopter Kazakhstan
in Defence Iran warns that positioning F-22s in UAE is a threat to regional security
Posted 30 April 2012
Iran's Defence Minister, Brigadier General Ahmad Vahidi, has warned that the basing of the US F-22 Raptor strike aircraft in the United Arab Emirates is "detrimental to regional security."
in Defence RSAF F-15S fighters to get upgrade
Posted 27 April 2012
Royal Saudi Air Force (RSAF) F-15S fighter jets will receive electronic upgrades courtesy of BAE Systems which has secured a $367m contract to deliver 70 Digital Electronic Warfare Systems (DEWS)/Common Missile Warning Systems (CMWS).
in Defence / Training Turkey's first T38 modernised jet trainer is handed over
Posted 24 April 2012
The first prototype of TAI-modernized T38 jet trainer aircraft has been delivered to the Turkish Air Force (TurAF) following a special handover ceremony at TAI's facilities.
