TUSAŞ and BAE Systems Sign Strategic Collaboration on Unmanned Aerial Systems
Turkish Aerospace Industries (TUSAŞ) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with BAE Systems to cooperate in the development of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and related advanced technologies.
The agreement aims to evaluate joint opportunities in next-generation unmanned platforms and foster new areas of cooperation in design, development, and technological innovation.
A Shared Vision for the Future of Autonomous Air Systems
Within the scope of the collaboration, both companies will focus on:
- Advancing unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV/UAS) platforms
- Joint Research and Development in autonomy, mission systems, and AI-supported control algorithms
- Enhancing cooperation on composite structures, avionics integration, and flight control software
- Developing competitive solutions for global defense markets
This partnership strengthens Türkiye’s strategic position in the global unmanned systems ecosystem and reflects the aviation industry’s transition toward more autonomous defense capabilities.
Strengthening TUSAŞ’s Global Footprint
TUSAŞ continues to expand its international engagement while advancing key national aviation and defense programs including ANKA, AKSUNGUR, HÜRJET, GÖKBEY, TÜRKSAT 6A, and KAAN.
The new cooperation with BAE Systems will leverage the technological expertise and industrial capabilities of both organizations to accelerate work on advanced unmanned system technologies.
The MoU underscores Türkiye’s rising influence in the global aerospace industry, demonstrating that local development capabilities in strategic defense technologies are increasingly shaping international partnerships and future-oriented system architectures.
