TR HÜRJET-Advanced Jet Trainer/ Light attack aircraft

[Yasar_TR]

Pilots of a 5th-6th gen naval carrier based fighter would go from land based Hürjet straight to the naval one, which would include training on some specific naval weapons and systems.

Personally I'm not a big fan of using Hürjet in combat, but an armed, naval Hürjet for advanced training is necessary.

Good idea. As a trainer definitely. But as a combat fighter it is quite a bit suspect. This plane is not going to hold its own against even a 4th generation plane. Never mind a 5th generation one.

 

[TR_123456]

Good idea. As a trainer definitely. But as a combat fighter it is quite a bit suspect. This plane is not going to hold its own against even a 4th generation plane. Never mind a 5th generation one.

In what scenario would we be using them against 4th gen fighter jets?
All our enemies are nearby.
I think a squadron could be valuable when ''touring'' Africa(Sudan,Somalia),they would be standby in case of rapid response..

 

[Yasar_TR]

In what scenario would we be using them against 4th gen fighter jets?
All our enemies are nearby.
I think a squadron could be valuable when ''touring'' Africa(Sudan,Somalia),they would be standby in case of rapid response..

Greece, Israel, Egypt, UAE all have top end 4th and 4.5th generation planes. France carries naval Rafale on their carrier.
Eastern med, Aegean, Libya and in Red Sea horn you would have to contend with the above mentioned countries’ airforces. Never forget, today’s friends can easily turn out to be tomorrow’s enemies. And of course vice versa.

 

[Zafer]

You can team Hürjet with Kızılelma or Anka3, this 6th gen feature can make Hürjet a fearsome encounter for any opponent.

 

[Sanchez]

Both prototypes were in Erzurum for cold weather tests. Per AA, 3 aircraft per month is expected instead of the original 2.

Simple detail, both prototypes were in air. Wonder what's the latest sortie number for the program is. They were on flight 300 back on October 10.

There are now at "about 400" sorties. Flight tests are going spectacularly so far.

Türkiye'nin ilk milli jet uçağı HÜRJET "dondurucu" sınavdan geçti

Türk havacılık tarihinin kilometre taşlarından jet eğitim uçağı HÜRJET, Erzurum'da gerçekleştirilen soğuk hava testlerini başarıyla tamamlayarak seri üretim ve tam operasyonel kapasite yolundaki önemli bir sınavı daha geçti. - Anadolu Ajansı

www.aa.com.tr

 

[Sanchez]

But as a combat fighter it is quite a bit suspect. This plane is not going to hold its own against even a 4th generation plane. Never mind a 5th generation one.

It definitely won't kinematically, but Hurjet will still have a very potent AESA radar and will be teamed up with KE, as well as AWACS drones from the carrier group. I think it makes sense in our usecase; at worst it will be used to command the drones. I think the first iteration we will see regardless be a land based fixed wing jet for the navy, to get them up to speed on high speed fixed wing aircraft. If F-35B comes in a decade or somehow Kaan finds its way to the navy, we will have the knowhow, the training regimens in place.

 

[Zafer]

Hürjet LCA can be a good asset for nations who need it, Malaysia could use it.
I wonder what Malaysians are thinking about it nowadays.

 

[Sanchez]

Hürjet LCA can be a good asset for nations who need it, Malaysia could use it.
I wonder what Malaysians are thinking about it nowadays.

More F/A-50s apparently.

 

[Fuzuli NL]

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2015097153400537349

HÜRJET has reportedly successfully completed system and flight capability performance tests in Erzurum under harsh winter conditions and at -21 degrees Celsius.

 

[Khagan1923]

Both prototypes were in Erzurum for cold weather tests. Per AA, 3 aircraft per month is expected instead of the original 2.


There are now at "about 400" sorties. Flight tests are going spectacularly so far.

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Türkiye'nin ilk milli jet uçağı HÜRJET "dondurucu" sınavdan geçti

Türk havacılık tarihinin kilometre taşlarından jet eğitim uçağı HÜRJET, Erzurum'da gerçekleştirilen soğuk hava testlerini başarıyla tamamlayarak seri üretim ve tam operasyonel kapasite yolundaki önemli bir sınavı daha geçti. - Anadolu Ajansı

www.aa.com.tr

Always hilarious to me whenever I see mainly americans call this bird weird looking. Probably the best looking trainer/lca in the world right now.

Can't wait for it to reach its full potential in a couple years. I think Hürjet will sell like hot chocolate on a very cold winters day

 

[Zafer]

More F/A-50s apparently.

I bet they would wait a few years longer if they knew it would be favoured over others going forward. While also Malaysians are allegedly not really getting any offsets in their deal. Therefore it makes a difference when you have something to show for what you are building ASAP, which applies for Kaan too and it worked there.

 

[Fuzuli NL]

Always hilarious to me whenever I see mainly americans call this bird weird looking. Probably the best looking trainer/lca in the world right now.

Can't wait for it to reach its full potential in a couple years. I think Hürjet will sell like hot chocolate on a very cold winters day

It is beautiful, but I think they may be referring to its top view.
The rear part of the fuselage looks very straight. Maybe that's it.

Personally, as I may have stated before, I'm in love with it.

 

[BalkanTurk90]

The Hürjet D is coming but if its not steathy than better to drop the project together with AC .
Kaan is too big for AC so we need smaller ones . TAİ said they are working on 6gen but better to start working on steath AC fighter since we are building AC which will cost billions .
With todays Tech and A.İ why is hard to develop a steath jet based on hürjet ! Just add 1 engine and increase its body size max 5 year work ... Supercomputers are ready , Design programs aslo

 

[uçuyorum]

The Hürjet D is coming but if its not steathy than better to drop the project together with AC .
Kaan is too big for AC so we need smaller ones . TAİ said they are working on 6gen but better to start working on steath AC fighter since we are building AC which will cost billions .
With todays Tech and A.İ why is hard to develop a steath jet based on hürjet ! Just add 1 engine and increase its body size max 5 year work ... Supercomputers are ready , Design programs aslo

Hurjet with IWB would be a complete redesign and would require a twin engine configuration so thats already far fetched. It would be a different plane

 

[Saithan]

I'm getting tired of seeing people talking shi.t because they don't have anything better to do.

 

[Anmdt]

As in a proper 5th gen fighter?

At best it will be 4.5+ gen, some calls it F-18 á la Turca.

 

[Anmdt]

Hurjet with IWB would be a complete redesign and would require a twin engine configuration so thats already far fetched. It would be a different plane

Well, it is a different plane. I don't think there is much left to await, it be revealed soon in later months along with revisited aircraft carrier design.

 

[boredaf]

At best it will be 4.5+ gen, some calls it F-18 á la Turca.

Well, it is a different plane. I don't think there is much left to await, it be revealed soon in later months along with revisited aircraft carrier design.

I'll wait until it is revealed to beat that dead horse again, I guess. It is just frustrating beyond belief to dedicate so much resources, financial, material and manpower, to a project and still end up half-arseing it. Oh well.

 

[Strong AI]

Demiroğlu stated that 2025 is a “golden year” for them and that they expect 2026 and 2027 to surpass it, adding that they will deliver 22 HÜRKUŞ aircraft this year, and that the Block 0 versions of HÜRJET will fly in 2026, with the first flight taking place in May–June.

Milli savaş uçağı KAAN’da test uçuşu için tarih verildi

Haber 7 - Milli savaş uçağı KAAN prototipiyle test uçuşlarına başlamayı hedeflediklerini vurgulayan (TUSAŞ) Genel Müdürü Mehmet Demiroğlu, geçen ihracatta 1 milyar dolar üzerine çıktıklarını, hedeflerinin bu yıl 1,5 milyar dolar olacağını açıkladı.

m.haber7.com

 

[Fuzuli NL]

Hürjet conducting supersonic speed tests in Antalya

Antalya’da HÜRJET Testleri: Valilikten Ses Üstü Uyarısı | Havacılık Haberleri Ve Savunma Haberleri | Airport Gündem

TUSAŞ tarafından geliştirilen HÜRJET, 23 Şubat–16 Mart 2026 tarihleri arasında Antalya’da deniz seviyesi test uçuşları gerçekleştirecek. Antalya Valiliği, ses

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HÜRJET is conducting sea level tests in Antalya: Governor's Office issues warning about supersonic sounds.​

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HÜRJET, developed by TUSAŞ, will conduct sea-level test flights in Antalya between February 23 and March 16, 2026. The Antalya Governorship informed citizens about the high noise levels associated with supersonic speeds.

HÜRJET is in Antalya for Sea Level Tests.​

HÜRJET, Turkey's first domestically produced and national advanced jet training aircraft developed by Turkish Aerospace Industries (TUSAŞ) , is beginning its sea-level tests in Antalya. Prior to these tests, which will take place between February 23, 2026 and March 16, 2026, the Antalya Governorship made an official announcement to the public.

Statement from the Governor's Office Regarding Supersonic Flights​

The Antalya Governorship stated in a press release that during test flights, the aircraft may occasionally reach supersonic speeds, and as a result, high-intensity sounds similar to explosions may be heard.
Authorities stated that any loud noises that may occur between the specified dates are due to planned testing activities and that citizens should not be alarmed.

HÜRJET was previously tested in Erzurum.​

HÜRJET had previously undergone flight tests in Erzurum under freezing winter conditions, successfully proving its system's durability in temperatures as low as -21 degrees Celsius.
The Presidency of Defence Industries had announced that HÜRJET would begin to be delivered to the Turkish Air Force starting in 2027.
Don't let it escape your notice.

Developed by TUSAŞ: HÜRJET Performs Successfully at -21 Degrees Celsius
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What is HÜRJET? Türkiye's First Domestically Produced Advanced Jet Training Aircraft.
HÜRJET was developed as a twin-seater, single-engine, supersonic advanced jet training and light attack aircraft. The project was initiated to replace the T-38M and NF-5 aircraft in the Turkish Air Force inventory.

First Flight and Performance​

HÜRJET successfully completed its first flight on April 25, 2023. During the testing phase, it reached a speed of Mach 1.2, proving its supersonic performance.

Technical Specifications​

• Type: Advanced jet trainer / light attack aircraft
• Motor: General Electric F404-GE-102 turbofan
• Maximum Speed: Mach 1.4
• Service Ceiling: 45,000 ft (≈13,700 m)
• External Load Capacity: 3,000 – 3,400 kg
• Avionics: Glass cockpit, fly-by-wire flight control system, next-generation mission systems.

HÜRJET Tests in Antalya: Governor's Office Issues High-Sound Warning

Spain signs a €2.6 billion deal.​

HÜRJET's first export success came from Europe . Spain selected HÜRJET as an advanced training aircraft.
The agreement, worth approximately 2.6 billion euros, includes 30 HÜRJET aircraft , as well as simulators, maintenance infrastructure, and a long-term logistics support package. Deliveries are planned to begin in 2028.
This agreement marked a significant milestone for the defense industry, as it represented a NATO and EU member state choosing a Turkish-made jet trainer aircraft.
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Spain Abandons F-5s, Signs Historic €2.6 Billion Agreement for HÜRJET
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Turkish Air Force and Ordering Schedule​

The Turkish Air Force initially:

• 4 Block 0s
• There is an order for 12 HÜRJET aircraft with Block 1 configuration.

The deliveries are targeted to be completed between 2025 and 2028. Additionally, there are plans for a further 12 aircraft for the Turkish Stars aerobatic team.

Don't let it escape your notice.
Air Force Commander General Kadıoğlu made his first flight with HÜRJET.
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Strategic Power in the Defense Industry​

HÜRJET plays a critical role in Türkiye's defense industry vision with its supersonic performance, compliance with NATO standards, and capabilities for both training and light attack missions.
Sea level tests in Antalya have marked a new phase in the project's operational maturity process.