In a significant stride for Türkiye's defense capabilities, the recently unveiled Anka-3, the latest addition to Turkish Aerospace Industries' (TAI) renowned Anka drone family, has triumphantly completed its maiden flight. The event, which took place in Ankara on December 28, 2023, showcased the nation's commitment to indigenous technological development in combat drones.
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, expressing optimism, took to social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to highlight the potential contributions of the Anka-3 to the country's defense. "Hopefully, our aircraft will make a strong contribution to our country's defense with its advanced technologies, design, and features," he remarked.
Developed by TAI, the Anka-3 stands out as Türkiye's first flying-wing, deep-strike unmanned aerial vehicle, boasting low radar visibility, high speed, and a substantial payload capacity. During its inaugural flight, the drone reached an altitude of 8,000 feet, lasting an impressive one hour and ten minutes.
The drone's design, featuring neither horizontal nor vertical tails, allows it to operate covertly without detection. This, coupled with its jet engine for high-speed capabilities, po...
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