Historic Agreement: Spain Plans to Replace Its F-5 Fleet with the Turkish Light Fighter HÜRJET

HÜRJET. Photo: Turkish Aerospace Industries

Turkey and Spain have taken another step in defense cooperation by signing a Memorandum of Understanding for the HÜRJET Jet Training Project HÜRJET, developed by Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI).

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The announcement was made by the President of Turkey’s Defense Industries, Prof. Dr. Haluk Görgün, through his social media accounts. He highlighted Turkey’s commitment to technological independence and collaboration with strategic allies.

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HÜRJET. Photo: Turkish Aerospace Industries

He also praised the efforts of the teams involved in the project, including TAI and the diplomatic and military representatives present at the signing ceremony in Madrid.

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HÜRJET: Advanced Technology Evaluated by Spain

The HÜRJET, developed as an advanced training aircraft, had already attracted the interest of the Spanish Air Force. Last July, the prototype was evaluated at the Torrejón Air Base (Madrid), marking the first detailed analysis by a foreign air force. Subsequently, a Spanish delegation visited TAI facilities in Ankara to continue the assessments.

According to sources, Spain plans to replace its F-5 fleet with 24 HÜRJET units, making this agreement a strategic milestone for both nations.

HÜRJET. Photo: Turkish Aerospace Industries

About HÜRJET

The HÜRJET is an aircraft designed for pilot training and light combat missions, developed with cutting-edge technologies by Turkish Aerospace Industries. With advanced flight capabilities and modern systems, the HÜRJET positions itself as an efficient and strategic solution for global air forces.

Source and images: X @SavunmaSanayiST / Turkish Aerospace Industries. This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.