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First Hurjet for Turkish air force conducts maiden sortie

The maiden sortie of the new Turkish fighter jet took place today.

First Hurjet for Turkish air force conducts maiden sortie

The inaugural flight of the TAI Hurjet advanced jet trainer occurred on August 30th, coinciding with Turkey’s Victory Day national holiday. The aircraft was developed by Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) and is intended for use within the Turkish Air Force. Videos released by the company documented this initial flight test conducted at an undisclosed location. This marks a significant step in the modernization efforts of the Turkish armed forces. Ultimately, the Hurjet will integrate into the air force following its completion of testing.


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