Agreement with the UK government includes advanced simulators, training for pilots and maintenance crews, as well as technical support for the Eurofighter Typhoon ordered by Ankara.
BAE Systems has announced a new contract linked to Turkey’s acquisition program for Eurofighter Typhoon fighters, under an agreement signed with the UK government to provide training, support equipment, and technical services for the future operation of the aircraft.
Under the contract, the British company will supply spare parts, support equipment, training for engineers and pilots, high-fidelity simulators, and electronic warfare capabilities. In addition, BAE Systems will provide technical support services for an initial period of three years starting from the aircraft’s entry into service.
According to the company, the goal is to support the Turkish Armed Forces in building operational readiness and effectiveness with the new fighter, while gradually expanding the country’s sovereign support capability.
The new contract complements the agreement announced in October between the governments of the United Kingdom and the Republic of Turkey for the purchase of 20 Typhoon aircraft, reinforcing the model’s role in the security and defense architecture of Europe and the Middle East.
In a statement, Simon Barnes, Managing Director of BAE Systems’ Air sector, said the company is proud to support the UK–Turkey partnership with a trusted defense capability, deepening collaboration between the two countries and reinforcing shared security commitments. He also noted that the Typhoon acquisition strengthens bilateral ties and enhances Turkey’s advanced air combat capabilities.
Production of the new aircraft for Ankara is already underway in the United Kingdom and in other partner countries of the Eurofighter consortium, with the first delivery scheduled for 2030.
In separate agreements with the British government, the Royal Air Force will be responsible for training 10 Turkish instructor pilots and nearly 100 maintenance instructors. The move aims to ensure that the Turkish Air Force can independently conduct training and support for future pilots and ground crews.
BAE Systems also highlighted the industrial importance of the program for the United Kingdom. More than one-third of each Typhoon fighter is produced in the country, supporting activities across hundreds of companies in the supply chain. The final assembly of the Turkish jets will take place in Warton, Lancashire, while the program as a whole supports more than 20,000 jobs in the British economy.
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