"Under the contract, BAE Systems will deliver spares and support equipment, associated engineer and pilot training, high-fidelity training simulators and electronic warfare capabilities. In addition, BAE Systems will provide technical support services for an initial three-year term from entry into service of the aircraft.No details on the deal exist yet
The contract will support the Turkish Armed Forces to deliver operational readiness and effectiveness and progressively increase the nation’s sovereign support capability.
This follows the agreement, announced in October, between the UK and Turkish governments for the purchase of 20 Typhoon aircraft, which underscores the critical role Typhoon plays in the security and defence of Europe and the Middle East.
Manufacturing of the new aircraft for Türkiye is already underway in the UK and across the Eurofighter partner nations, with the first aircraft scheduled to be delivered in 2030.
Under separate agreements with the UK Government, the Royal Air Force will train 10 Turkish instructor pilots and nearly 100 maintenance trainers, ensuring the Turkish Air Force can independently deliver training and support to future pilots and ground crew, further strengthening the relationship between the two nations.