HÜRJET
Trainer Aircraftconfirmed
HÜRJET is a Turkish indigenous supersonic advanced jet trainer and light combat aircraft developed by TUSAŞ (TAI). Designed to replace the BAE Systems Hawk T1 in Turkish Air Force training roles, it is capable of Mach 1.4 and has a service ceiling of 13,716 m (45,000 ft) with a range of 2,592 km. The aircraft also has a secondary light attack capability.
Specifications
| Type | Trainer Aircraft |
| Origin | Turkey |
| Manufacturer | TUSAŞ (TAI) |
| Generation | 4 |
| Status | In development |
| Role | Advanced jet trainer / light attack |
| Engine | General Electric F404 (planned) |
| Range | 2,592 km |
| Max takeoff weight | 8,500 kg |
| Max speed | Mach 1.4 |
| Service ceiling | 13,716 m |
| Wingspan | 9 m |
| Crew | 1 |
| Length | 12.4 m |
History
Development began under the Turkish Undersecretariat for Defence Industries (SSB) in the 2010s. A full-scale mock-up was displayed at TEKNOFEST 2019. The first prototype rolled out in 2023 and initial flight testing has been conducted. HÜRJET is expected to enter service with the Turkish Air Force in the late 2020s.
Operators
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