Turkish Aerospace Delivers Two More HÜRKUŞ-II Trainers, Bringing Turkish Air Force Fleet to Four

Türkiye – Turkish aerospace manufacturer Turkish Aerospace (TUSAŞ) has completed the acceptance of two additional HÜRKUŞ-II next-generation basic trainer aircraft with Türkiye's Presidency of Defense Industries (SSB) and the Turkish Air Force Command, bringing the number of aircraft accepted into the Air Force's inventory to four. Announced on November 4, 2026, the development advances the introduction of the domestically developed aircraft into Türkiye's military pilot training system.

• The latest acceptance forms part of a 55-aircraft procurement program between Turkish Aerospace and the SSB, with deliveries scheduled to continue through 2028. The program is intended to provide the Turkish Air Force with a new basic training platform for military pilot candidates.
• The first two HÜRKUŞ-II aircraft were formally accepted on September 28, 2026, following approximately three weeks of inspections and testing at Turkish Aerospace's facilities in Ankara. The latest two aircraft represent the second confirmed acceptance batch.
• On November 8, Türkiye's Ministry of National Defense separately announced that two HÜRKUŞ-II aircraft had arrived at the 2nd Main Jet Base and International Flight Training Centre Command in Çiğli, İzmir, following their departure from Turkish Aerospace facilities.
• Turkish defense officials have indicated that deliveries are proceeding according to the established schedule, with HÜRKUŞ-II squadrons expected to begin operating within the Air Force during 2027. The full 55-aircraft procurement program is targeted for completion by the end of 2028.
• The HÜRKUŞ-II is intended to support basic and introductory advanced military flying training, preparing student pilots for progression to the HÜRJET advanced jet trainer and subsequent operational aircraft. Its introduction forms part of Türkiye's development of a domestically produced military pilot training aircraft fleet.
• AFM previously reported that Turkish Aerospace delivered the first two HÜRKUŞ-II aircraft in September 2026, following the aircraft's receipt of military type certification on September 9. The initial delivery marked the transition from aircraft development and certification to fleet introduction.
• The HÜRKUŞ-II is a tandem-seat turboprop trainer powered by a 1,600 shp Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-68T engine. Turkish Aerospace lists a maximum cruise speed of 288 knots, service ceiling of 39,270 feet and maximum range of 589 nautical miles. Training and safety equipment includes modern avionics, Martin-Baker ejection seats, an anti-G system, an onboard oxygen generation system and simulated combat-training functionality.

About Turkish Aerospace
Turkish Aerospace (TUSAŞ) is an Ankara-headquartered aerospace manufacturer specialising in the development and production of military aircraft, helicopters, unmanned aerial systems, satellites and aerostructures. Its military training aircraft portfolio includes the HÜRKUŞ turboprop trainer and HÜRJET advanced jet trainer, with the company responsible for developing and producing HÜRKUŞ-II under the Turkish Presidency of Defense Industries' procurement program.

Source: Turkish Presidency of Defense Industries