Aksungur
UAV / Droneconfirmed
The Aksungur is a Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) developed by Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) for the Turkish Armed Forces. It is designed for various missions including intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, and strike operations, capable of carrying a significant payload of weapons and sensors.
Specifications
| Type | UAV / Drone |
| Origin | Turkey |
| Manufacturer | Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) |
| Introduced | 2020 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 250 km/h |
| Range | 6,500 km |
| Weight | 3.3 t |
History
Developed by Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) and first flown in 2020, it has been deployed by the Turkish Armed Forces for various operations.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | 5 | confirmed |
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