TAI Hürjet
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The TAI Hürjet (named after Vecihi Hürkuş) is a single-engine, tandem seat, supersonic advanced trainer and light combat aircraft, under development by Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI).[2][3][4] The prototype made its first flight on 25 April 2023.[5][6]
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TAI Hürjet mockup at 2019 Teknofest | |
Role | Advanced jet trainer, Lead-in fighter trainer/Light combat aircraft |
National origin | Turkey |
Manufacturer | Turkish Aerospace Industries |
First flight | 25 April 2023 [1] |
Status | Under development |
Developed from | TAI Hürkuş |
The Turkish Air Force intends to use the design to replace the Northrop T-38 Talon in the trainer role and also to supplement the General Dynamics F-16 Fighting Falcon for close air support.[3] The aircraft is also planned to replace the Northrop F-5 used by the Turkish Stars aerobatic team. A naval version of the aircraft may also be developed.[7] The company also plans to pursue export orders to countries looking to replace older trainer and ground attack aircraft.[2]