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Baykar signs first Kizilelma export contract with Indonesia for 12 UCAVs (options up to 48) starting in 2028

Baykar has finalized its first export agreement for the jet-powered Kizilelma unmanned combat aircraft with Indonesia’s Republikorp, covering deliveries of 12 UCAVs beginning in 2028 and options for 36 additional airframes (48 total). The deal follows Baykar’s Kizilelma export bid and its public display of the full-scale model at SAHA 2026.

2026-05-08T01:51:35.055091-07:00

Breaking Defense

SAHA EXPO 2026 in Istanbul spotlights Turkey’s defense-aerospace scale-up, with Baykar, EDGE Group and multi-domain systems on t

2026-05-04T09:38:52.646810-07:00

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Baykar tests K2 loitering munition in five‑drone AI autonomous swarm

2026-03-15T14:58:42.129779-07:00

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Bayraktar TB3 conducts autonomous carrier strikes from TCG Anadolu during NATO Steadfast Dart 2026

2026-02-16T21:49:51.434744-08:00

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Baykar signs first Kizilelma export contract with Indonesia for 12 UCAVs (options up to 48) starting in 2028 Baykar has finalized its first export agreement for the jet-powered Kizilelma unmanned combat aircraft with Indonesia’s Republikorp, covering deliveries of 12 UCAVs beginning in 2028 and options for 36 additional airframes (48 total). The deal follows Baykar’s Kizilelma export bid and its public display of the full-scale model at SAHA 2026.

2026-05-08T01:51:35.055091-07:00

Baykar signs first Kizilelma export contract with Indonesia for 12 UCAVs (options up to 48) starting in 2028

Breaking Defense

SAHA EXPO 2026 in Istanbul spotlights Turkey’s defense-aerospace scale-up, with Baykar, EDGE Group and multi-domain systems on t SAHA EXPO 2026 opens in Istanbul as a “global meeting point” for the defense and aerospace industry, with organizers calling it Europe’s largest event. Participating firms including Baykar and EDGE Group plan to showcase next-generation unmanned platforms, munitions and multi-domain defense systems.

2026-05-04T09:38:52.646810-07:00

SAHA EXPO 2026 in Istanbul spotlights Turkey’s defense-aerospace scale-up, with Baykar, EDGE Group and multi-domain systems on t

Breaking Defense

Baykar unveils K2 AI-enabled kamikaze drone with swarming capabilities as part of cost-effective defense solutions Baykar says its newly unveiled K2 kamikaze drone—designed around AI and swarming—fits within the company’s “cost-effective defense solutions” strategy. The K2 is positioned as a mid-range, battlefield-focused uncrewed system, drawing on lessons from early Ukraine-conflict drone performance.

2026-04-17T06:38:16.103923-07:00

Baykar unveils K2 AI-enabled kamikaze drone with swarming capabilities as part of cost-effective defense solutions

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Baykar tests K2 loitering munition in five‑drone AI autonomous swarm Baykar has flight-tested five K2 loitering munitions flying coordinated, AI-enabled autonomous formations over the Gulf of Saros, demonstrating swarm strike capability. Marketed as a low-cost, long-range 'one‑way' attack drone for contested environments, the K2 is aimed at massed fielding and export.

2026-03-15T14:58:42.129779-07:00

Baykar tests K2 loitering munition in five‑drone AI autonomous swarm

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Bayraktar TB3 conducts autonomous carrier strikes from TCG Anadolu during NATO Steadfast Dart 2026 Turkey’s Bayraktar TB3 UCAV performed autonomous short‑deck launches from TCG Anadolu and executed live naval strikes with MAM‑L munitions during NATO’s Steadfast Dart 2026. The sortie — the TB3’s first overseas operational demo — highlights shipboard strike capability and reported export interest, including Indonesia’s plan for 60.

2026-02-16T21:49:51.434744-08:00

Bayraktar TB3 conducts autonomous carrier strikes from TCG Anadolu during NATO Steadfast Dart 2026

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Baykar to scale Piaggio P.180 Avanti production to ~30/year and develop upgraded variant After acquiring Piaggio Aerospace, Baykar plans a five- to six-fold expansion of P.180 Avanti production—targeting roughly 30 aircraft per year—while strengthening MRO and engine capabilities and developing an upgraded Avanti variant as it seeks a larger US presence.

2026-01-13T06:19:57.605970-08:00

Baykar to scale Piaggio P.180 Avanti production to ~30/year and develop upgraded variant

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Baykar signs first Kizilelma export contract with Indonesia for 12 UCAVs (options up to 48) starting in 2028

SAHA EXPO 2026 in Istanbul spotlights Turkey’s defense-aerospace scale-up, with Baykar, EDGE Group and multi-domain systems on t

Baykar tests K2 loitering munition in five‑drone AI autonomous swarm

Bayraktar TB3 conducts autonomous carrier strikes from TCG Anadolu during NATO Steadfast Dart 2026

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