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Turkey's Kizilelma UCAV Completes Key Trials Amid Tensions

10/6/2025

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Turkey's Kizilelma UCAV, developed by Baykar, completed captive carry trials with TOLUN and TEBER-82 munitions, no release.
The tests evaluate integration with mission and fire-control systems for future KAAN wingman roles.
Kizilelma features a 1.5-ton payload, 500 nautical miles, and operations up to 25,000 feet.
Baykar plans powered munitions and air-to-air missiles after sensor integration amid tensions with Greece.

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Turkey's Kizilelma UCAV, developed by Baykar, completed captive carry trials with TOLUN and TEBER-82 munitions, no release.
The tests evaluate integration with mission and fire-control systems for future KAAN wingman roles.
Kizilelma features a 1.5-ton payload, 500 nautical miles, and operations up to 25,000 feet.
Baykar plans powered munitions and air-to-air missiles after sensor integration amid tensions with Greece.