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Nth much I mean they said they want to fly it before the weathers get too cold, and its already september now...
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To be honest I expect it within either this or the next week, it would make sense for them to keep delaying it for more final checks and ground tests after all this will be the first prototype to actually start Kaans aerial testing campaign and it will most likely fly for hundreds of sortis if no issues arises Also since this is a very different aircraft from the P0 which was only a TD it would make sense for them to face more issues leading up to the first flight since as far as we know all of its main sensors and avionics are actually installed.
When will the F110 engines for KAAN and the F404 engines for HÜRJET be delivered?
The engines for two of Turkey's most important defense projects—the National Combat Aircraft (MMU) KAAN and the HÜRJET, both designed by Turkish Aerospace Industries (TUSAŞ)—are coming from the USA. Will GE Aerospace deliver these engines? What is the status of the necessary approvals?
We met in Istanbul with two senior executives from GE Aerospace—formerly known as General Electric, with its engine manufacturing division now operating as a separate company—who oversee operations in Turkey and the surrounding region.
Kement Akdemir, Director of Defense & Systems, Regional Strategy, and Business Development (overseeing the manufacturer's military engines), and Orkun Tuncer, General Manager of Sales (responsible for civil engines across 27 countries), answered our questions.
“We strongly support both KAAN and HÜRJET”
Stating that KAAN is a crucial project for Turkey, Kement Akdemir said, “The P0 prototype completed its maiden flight. After landing, thousands of TUSAŞ employees ran toward the aircraft on the taxiway. GE Aerospace engineers were among those running. We support numerous military and civil projects in Turkey with a team of over 500 engineers. It is a source of great pride for us.”
Latest developments regarding the F110 engines
TUSAŞ will use GE Aerospace F110-GE-129 engines for the initial KAAN prototypes and the Block 10 series—that is, the first 40 aircraft. Approval for the Technical Assistance Agreement (TAA) regarding KAAN was granted in July. The licensing hurdle has been cleared, and work on the P1 prototype is proceeding rapidly.
TUSAŞ currently possesses F110 engines for the prototypes—the test aircraft. Akdemir stated, “Regarding the schedule, the engines will be delivered by GE Aerospace as planned. TUSAŞ has an ambitious yet positive schedule, and they are successfully meeting it. For the KAAN Block 10, GE Aerospace is a ‘reliable partner in the project’.”
We have no stake in the TF35000
TEI—which is currently 46% owned by GE Aerospace following a restructuring—has transferred the engine development project for the KAAN to the TEI Technology company. This company was previously known as TRMotor.
Akdemir says, “We do not have a stake in the TF35000. However, should the need arise, we stand ready with our engineering team and capabilities”:
“Designing a new engine begins with engineering. It involves stages such as prototyping, access to specialized technologies, production, certification, and product handover. Turkey possesses significant experience in these areas. The TF35000 is a long-term undertaking. We are proud to be a part of it (through the TEI partnership). The TF35000 is a long and challenging journey; only time will tell when it will reach completion. We are ready to provide support within the scope of Turkey’s program.”
The engines for two of Turkey's most important defense projects—the National Combat Aircraft (MMU) KAAN and the HÜRJET, both designed by Turkish Aerospace Industries (TUSAŞ)—are coming from the USA. Will GE Aerospace deliver these engines? What is the status of the necessary approvals?
We met in Istanbul with two senior executives from GE Aerospace—formerly known as General Electric, with its engine manufacturing division now operating as a separate company—who oversee operations in Turkey and the surrounding region.
Kement Akdemir, Director of Defense & Systems, Regional Strategy, and Business Development (overseeing the manufacturer's military engines), and Orkun Tuncer, General Manager of Sales (responsible for civil engines across 27 countries), answered our questions.
“We strongly support both KAAN and HÜRJET”
Stating that KAAN is a crucial project for Turkey, Kement Akdemir said, “The P0 prototype completed its maiden flight. After landing, thousands of TUSAŞ employees ran toward the aircraft on the taxiway. GE Aerospace engineers were among those running. We support numerous military and civil projects in Turkey with a team of over 500 engineers. It is a source of great pride for us.”
Latest developments regarding the F110 engines
TUSAŞ will use GE Aerospace F110-GE-129 engines for the initial KAAN prototypes and the Block 10 series—that is, the first 40 aircraft. Approval for the Technical Assistance Agreement (TAA) regarding KAAN was granted in July. The licensing hurdle has been cleared, and work on the P1 prototype is proceeding rapidly.
TUSAŞ currently possesses F110 engines for the prototypes—the test aircraft. Akdemir stated, “Regarding the schedule, the engines will be delivered by GE Aerospace as planned. TUSAŞ has an ambitious yet positive schedule, and they are successfully meeting it. For the KAAN Block 10, GE Aerospace is a ‘reliable partner in the project’.”
We have no stake in the TF35000
TEI—which is currently 46% owned by GE Aerospace following a restructuring—has transferred the engine development project for the KAAN to the TEI Technology company. This company was previously known as TRMotor.
Akdemir says, “We do not have a stake in the TF35000. However, should the need arise, we stand ready with our engineering team and capabilities”:
“Designing a new engine begins with engineering. It involves stages such as prototyping, access to specialized technologies, production, certification, and product handover. Turkey possesses significant experience in these areas. The TF35000 is a long-term undertaking. We are proud to be a part of it (through the TEI partnership). The TF35000 is a long and challenging journey; only time will tell when it will reach completion. We are ready to provide support within the scope of Turkey’s program.”
Idk why but I feel that this is a prelude to justify any time delay that they may announce sooner or later
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Kaan could be seen in the video that MSB released today
