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Turkish Defence Giant ASELSAN Secures $410 Million Electronic Warfare Contract with Poland

ASELSAN has signed a major export contract with Poland covering the supply of electronic warfare systems for the Leopard 2PLM1 main battle tank, as part of a broader modernisation package that also includes reconnaissance systems and simulators. The agreement, disclosed via Türkiye’s Public Disclosure Platform (KAP), has a total value of approximately 410 million USD. Turkish Defence Giant ASELSAN Secures $410 Million Electronic Warfare Contract with Poland to deliver advanced electronic warfare capabilities that will significantly enhance Poland’s armoured force

December 19, 2025 No Comments

Air Warfare

First Flight of France’s Archange SIGINT Aircraft Signals Strategic Shift

The Archange SIGINT Aircraft first flight is a major milestone in enhancing the intelligence capabilities of France, as it plays a major role in its signals intelligence capabilities. The high-technology model, built on the Dassault Falcon 8X, passed its first takeoff on July 25, 2025, at the Dassault Aviation plant in Bordeaux-Mérignac, creating a new age of French intelligence gathering actions. French Archange intelligence aircraft is the result of several years of development and cooperative work with the French Defense

July 29, 2025 No Comments

Electronic Warfare

ASELSAN Electronic Warfare Systems at IDEF 2025 | KORAL 200 & EJDERHA

The electromagnetic spectrum has emerged as the unseen battle zone in which the current wars are won or lost. At IDEF 2025 in Istanbul, ASELSAN, Türkiye’s premier defense technology company, will unveil two revolutionary electronic warfare systems that promise to reshape how militaries defend against evolving threats. The New Reality of Modern Warfare Today’s military commanders face unprecedented challenges. Swarm drones are affordable and may breach conventional air defense systems, and advanced radar is now adapting faster than ever before.

July 23, 2025 No Comments

Air Warfare

US Air Force Leaders Push for E-7 and F-35 to Ensure Air Superiority

Sixteen retired Air Force four-star generals, including six former Chiefs of Staff, have issued a compelling challenge to current Pentagon defense priorities, arguing that critical military capabilities are being sacrificed in favor of unproven technologies. Their unified stance represents decades of combined military leadership experience and strategic insight into America’s defense needs. Eight of these distinguished military leaders participated in a June 10 media roundtable, presenting detailed arguments for preserving the E-7 Wedgetail program, increasing F-35 fighter procurement, and maintaining

July 14, 2025 No Comments

Air Warfare

ASELSAN’s YILDIRIM 100 Successfully Deflects Infrared-Guided Missiles

On the 4 th of July 2025, ASELSAN celebrated a huge milestone of Turkish military capability as its YILDIRIM 100 Directed Infrared Countermeasure (DIRCM) System was successfully tested. This groundbreaking achievement demonstrates Turkiye’s growing expertise in advanced military technologies and positions the nation among the select few countries capable of developing sophisticated laser-based countermeasure systems. The successful test involved live infrared-guided missiles equipped with actual warheads, proving the system’s real-world effectiveness under combat conditions. This achievement represents not just a

July 7, 2025 No Comments

Electronic Warfare

ASELSAN Secures $71.9M Deal For Military Comms Upgrade

Turkish defense electronics giant ASELSAN has secured a significant contract worth approximately USD 71.9 million from the Presidency of the Republic of Türkiye Secretariat of Defence Industries. This substantial agreement focuses on the procurement of New Generation Network-Based Military Communication Systems, marking a crucial step in modernizing Turkiye’s military communication infrastructure. The contract demonstrates Turkiye’s commitment to developing indigenous defense capabilities and reducing dependency on foreign military technologies. This strategic investment will enhance the Turkish Armed Forces’ operational effectiveness through

July 3, 2025 No Comments

Air Warfare

PLA Calls J-16D ‘Irreplaceable’ In EW Warfare

China’s military aviation capabilities have reached a significant milestone with the development of the J-16D electronic warfare aircraft, which top Chinese designers now consider “irreplaceable” within the People’s Liberation Army Air Force arsenal. This advanced platform represents a crucial evolution in modern electronic warfare technology, demonstrating China’s growing expertise in sophisticated military aviation systems and electromagnetic spectrum dominance. Strategic Electronic Warfare Platform Development Wang Yongqing, chief expert at the Shenyang Aircraft Design and Research Institute under Aviation Industry Corporation of

June 25, 2025 No Comments

Electronic Warfare

Turkish Baykar, Italy’s Leonardo Launch JV Named LBA Systems

Turkish unmanned aerial vehicle manufacturer Baykar and Italian defense giant Leonardo have officially launched their joint venture, LBA Systems, marking a significant milestone in European defense cooperation. The agreement, “Turkish Baykar, Italy’s Leonardo Launch JV Named LBA Systems”, was signed during the International Paris Airshow by Selçuk Bayraktar, Baykar’s chairperson and CTO, and Roberto Cingolani, Leonardo’s CEO, establishing equal shareholding between the two industry leaders. Addressing NATO’s Eastern Wing Defense Capabilities The partnership specifically targets the development of next-generation unmanned

June 19, 2025 No Comments

Air Warfare

The Strategic Edge: Crewed 6th-Gen Fighters In The Indo-Pacific

The recent daylight flight test of China’s suspected J-36 next-generation combat aircraft on December 26, 2024, highlights a critical dimension in the evolving military competition between the United States and China. This development, coming after the US Air Force’s own NGAD (Next-Generation Air Dominance) program demonstrator flights, underscores the strategic value of large, crewed combat aircraft specifically in the Indo-Pacific theater despite their substantial costs and the growing interest in uncrewed alternatives. Vast Distances Create Unique Challenges The vast distances

March 8, 2025 No Comments

Electronic Warfare

Pakistan and Turkey Sign MoU For Airborne Stand-Off Jammer

A landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Turkish defense industry and the Pakistan Air Force marks a significant advancement in Pakistan’s electronic warfare capabilities. The agreement, signed during President Erdoğan’s visit to Pakistan, focuses on developing an Airborne Stand-Off Jammer (A-SOJ), leveraging Turkey’s expertise from their HAVA SOJ program. Pakistan’s acquisition of a Bombardier Global 6000 aircraft serves as the foundation for this advanced electronic warfare platform. Turkey’s HAVA SOJ Program Sets the Framework Turkey’s HAVA SOJ project, developed by

February 20, 2025 No Comments

Turkish Defence Giant ASELSAN Secures $410 Million Electronic Warfare Contract with Poland

First Flight of France’s Archange SIGINT Aircraft Signals Strategic Shift

ASELSAN Electronic Warfare Systems at IDEF 2025 | KORAL 200 & EJDERHA

US Air Force Leaders Push for E-7 and F-35 to Ensure Air Superiority

ASELSAN’s YILDIRIM 100 Successfully Deflects Infrared-Guided Missiles

ASELSAN Secures $71.9M Deal For Military Comms Upgrade

PLA Calls J-16D ‘Irreplaceable’ In EW Warfare

Turkish Baykar, Italy’s Leonardo Launch JV Named LBA Systems

The Strategic Edge: Crewed 6th-Gen Fighters In The Indo-Pacific

Pakistan and Turkey Sign MoU For Airborne Stand-Off Jammer

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