TUSAŞ General Manager Demiroğlu Emphasizes Defense Industry and Deterrence

TUSAŞ General Manager Dr. Mehmet Demiroğlu drew attention to Turkey's achievements in the defense industry and the global impact of national projects during an event he attended in Kastamonu.

Projects Carried Out by TUSAŞ

TUSAŞ General Manager Dr. Mehmet Demiroğlu touched upon the activities carried out by the institution at an event organized by the Kastamonu Provincial Directorate of National Education. Demiroğlu emphasized that they are a facility unlike any other in the world, carrying out KAAN, HÜRJET, HÜRKUŞ, helicopter, UAV, and satellite projects within a single campus with 16,500 employees.

International Interest in HÜRJET

Touching upon Spain's interest in the HÜRJET, the TUSAŞ General Manager stated that an agreement for 30 units was signed even before deliveries to the Air Force began, and that they are working towards 2028 deliveries. He also conveyed that the procurement of 15 additional units is planned, and that deliveries abroad, notably to Azerbaijan, have begun.

KAAN and Deterrence Power

Stating that wars are a painful reality, Demiroğlu drew attention to the importance of deterrence. Saying that the KAAN combat aircraft is produced not to be used but to provide deterrence against enemies, Demiroğlu emphasized the power of the project.

Admiration for Turkey Worldwide

Expressing that he lived abroad for many years, Demiroğlu noted that a tremendous admiration for Turkey has emerged worldwide in the 2020s, particularly with successes in the defense industry. He advised young people not to waste time on social media, but instead to learn technology.