Spanish defense analysis site Defensa y Seguridad labeled KAAN as the "Dark Horse" of aviation. The report emphasizes KAAN is in the F-22 class, not the F-35.
New KAAN Prototypes Revealed. SSB President Görgün inspected the new prototypes of KAAN during his visit to TUSAŞ. It was announced that the contract process for delivery to the Air Force has begun.
ASPİLSAN introduced the silicon anode high energy density battery cell developed for KAAN and strategic platforms at WDS 2026. Details of the technology produced by only a few countries.
TRMOTOR has reached a critical stage for KAAN's TF35000 engine and APU-60 auxiliary power unit. The first indigenous APU integration is scheduled for 2026.
TUSAŞ displayed KAAN with the Saudi Arabian flag at the WDS 2026 Riyadh Fair. The Manned-Unmanned Teaming show of KAAN and ANKA-3s left its mark on the event.
TAI introduced the APAJ technology used in the production of KAAN. Details of the system that assembles with micron precision for radar invisibility.
TAI General Manager Mehmet Demiroğlu announced the flight schedule of KAAN's new prototypes, the domestic engine target and ANKA-3 mass production. HÜRJET and T-925 details are in our news.
Who produces the tyres for KAAN, Kızılelma and TB2? Analysis of Petlas’ domestic technology in military aviation and armoured vehicle tyres.
With 14 new R&D projects, SSB accelerated Turkey's technology move in the fields of artificial intelligence, super alloys and hypersonics.
ASELSAN General Manager Ahmet Akyol announced: The ASELFLIR-600 “Flying Telescope” is being prepared for its mission, while KAAN is becoming “Wise” with ASELSAN technologies.
Minister of Industry and Technology Mehmet Fatih Kacır announced the historical success of the Gökdoğan missile, the 80 percent localisation rate in the defence industry and that TEKNOFEST 2026 will be held in Şanlıurfa.
The National Security Journal described Turkey's national fighter jet KAAN as an achievement beyond the F-35.